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NPower credit in error

tmbn86
tmbn86 Posts: 2 Newbie
I was just wondering the legal implications of this.

Since leaving npower the other week, it appears my (now closed) account has (incorrectly) been credited with about £800 which I suspect I may receive a cheque for.


If I accept it is it possible I'll potentially get into big trouble ?



Thoughts?

Thanks

Comments

  • NICHOLAS_2
    NICHOLAS_2 Posts: 613 Forumite
    LOL, they probably wont send you a cheque unless you ask. It will probably also take a lot of asking.
  • energyworker
    energyworker Posts: 113 Forumite
    Only if you refused to return it when they realised their mistake.

    Same as if your bank accidentally transfers money into your account, that doesn't make it yours and they have every right to reclaim it.
  • tmbn86
    tmbn86 Posts: 2 Newbie
    I wonder if ther is some time limit they have to request it back
  • vuvuzela
    vuvuzela Posts: 3,648 Forumite
    tmbn86 wrote: »
    I wonder if ther is some time limit they have to request it back

    It will be 6 years.
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