After decisionOmbudsman clusterRemedy check

What happens after an Energy Ombudsman decision?

After a decision, the practical question is what the supplier must do, by when, and whether you accept or challenge the outcome within the available route.

Reviewed: 2026-04-27Focus: UK household energy billsType: Information, not legal advice

Decision checklist

CheckWhy
What remedy was orderedRebill, refund, apology, credit correction or explanation.
DeadlineKnow when the supplier must act.
Acceptance routeCheck what you must do if you accept.
Disagreement routeIf you disagree, act quickly and explain the specific error.

Supplier follow-up wording

Please confirm how you will implement the Ombudsman decision, including the exact rebill/refund/account correction, the deadline for completion and how I will be notified once the remedy has been applied.

Frequently asked questions

Can I ignore the decision if I dislike it?

Do not ignore deadlines. Check the acceptance and disagreement route.

What if the supplier does not apply the remedy?

Document the missed deadline and follow up in writing with the decision reference.