One resident was made to take it in his own name, collecting £40 from each of us a month. My contribution is part of my £70 p/w (£303 paid direct to landlord) and he reduces the bill payer's rent by £40. Apparently, there is £1200 odd owing. It seems he hasn't paid for the last 18 months. His excuse is that the landlord hasn't gave him my share and another lad hasn't paid as he was responsible for the water bill The water bill is also in the name of the non paying person. Knowing the water can't be disconnected, it seems the water has never been paid. The landlord refuses to accept any liability.
I was told that it was then to be put in my name. I did apply, but it was disputed. I was quoted £172 a month. A couple of days later, I received an email from Octopus Energy stating the Gas would start from a zero balance on the 3rd in my name (Not the electricity). Another lad said he would call up EDF with the landlord and the landlord could 'force' EDF to release the account. But that I was to take on the gas. I told him and to tell the land to 'go phuck themselves. not my job' and I cancelled the gas. It remains off since 30th August. He received a text saying the electricity was to be disconnected on Mon 27th Sept, but it's still on for some reason.
Funny thing is, he is still popping round to collect rent. So it seems lad has collected £3500 in rates and stuck it up his nose as stinking out the house with weed. He hides every time he sees me or the old man. It's causing so many arguments in this hell hole.
Looks like candles and mince pies for Christmas.
