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Billions of pounds are owed to water, broadband, and energy companies by customers – the majority of whom are unaware that support is available.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

They took money out of their retirement accounts to cover their selling costs and pay off what they owed on the mortgage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

It said energy customers on repayment plans owed £1,000 less on average than those in debt who were without.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The agency assessed far more penalties on missteps including failures to file and pay, though it collected slightly less on owed assessments.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

She was imprisoned because she owed a $705 fine.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander