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Keep the gas on at John's home in Sheffield
A disconnection notice for gas arrived and John needs $650 before April.
🇬🇧 Sheffield, England, United Kingdom1,174 views
The gas account is 3 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on April unless I pay $650. I have never been late before losing my job in February.
I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $110 first, which I don't have.
I live with a parent on oxygen therapy, and going through winter without gas isn't safe. We would also lose the ability to run the medical equipment at home.
I'm working on getting back on my feet, and will pay forward whatever help I can once I'm steady.
The money will go directly to the utility provider, and I'll post the paid statement here.
Where the $650 goes:
• Electricity arrears: $490
• Reconnection and late fees: $65
• Down payment on a payment plan: $95
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
- due date
- 2026-05-21
- bill type
- Utility arrears
Updates from John
Quick update: $230 raised so far (35%). I met with the utility company and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Thank you all. We're at 16% now ($105). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the utility company and confirmed the amounts.
Update from Sheffield: the plan for reconnection and late fees is now scheduled. We're at 8% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
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Stay strong. This could happen to any of us. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. All the best