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National Energy Action says up to 250,000 cases of energy theft go unreported every year .
Crimestoppers says it received an average of 900 reports a month in the last 10 months .
Energy theft is when people tamper with a meter, or bypass it completely, so it doesn't properly record how much energy is being used.
Government says it will support households to cut bills and reduce fuel poverty.
If eligible you could be added to a list of households entitled to extra support.
Ofgem recommends asking your supplier to add you to the Network Operator Register .
Make sure you are claiming relevant benefits and government help.
You can check the Money helper benefits guide, external or use the Entitledto , external benefits calculators.
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