A concept that people who have lived in Korea simply cannot understand

Even now, in over 4 million

many British homes,

something called a "prepayment meter" is installed.

As for what this is,

you buy electricity or gas credits first,

and you can use the service up to that amount.

Once the credits run out, it cuts off immediately.

Why was this created?

1. To prevent tenants from skipping out on their bills.

2. For people with a history of overdue utility bills, gas or electricity companies

ban post-payment and force the installation of these meters.

3. Low-income households install them voluntarily because they fear getting hit with a "bill bomb."

(However, it is more expensive than post-payment plans)

Source: https://www.fmkorea.com/best/9894882701