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FPS – pricing and delivery guidelines

The Federation of Petroleum Suppliers (FPS) has produced a Code of Practice and Customer Charter in a bid to raise standards within the oil distribution industry.
Since the 2011 Office of Fair Trading (OFT) investigation, the FPS and its members have worked closely with the OFT, Citizens Advice Bureau, Consumer Focus, Advisory Committee on Releases to the Environment and Department of Energy and Climate Change to form the new documents.
Launched earlier this month, the Code of Practice is designed to ensure all members adhere to high standards and contribute towards the professionalism of the industry. Together with the Customer Charter, the new code should ensure that the best service is offered by FPS members and that customers are fully supported when ordering heating oil.
Chief executive, Mark Askew, said: “The Code of Practice has taken time to implement but we have ensured that we have consulted with consumer groups so the consumer has their say as well as ensuring DECC and the OFT are happy with the proposed Code.
“The FPS will act as guardians of standards for the oil distribution industry and through this Code of Practice we will set those standards and show we take them seriously. Having a Code of Practice in place for FPS members will give the public reassurance that they are dealing with companies who are adhering to best practice.
“Every FPS member should offer clear pricing and delivery guidance to customers at the time of ordering, and the new charter explains all this. As well as providing information on the different ways to place an order, members should advise on matters such as the right to cancel and what to do when something goes wrong. We are doing everything we can to ensure the customer experience is a positive one.”