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Sky Issues Refunds to Customers After Billing Error
Sky has issued letters to its customers informing them that they will receive refunds following a billing error related to recent price increases. The broadcasting company reached out to affected subscribers to explain that it had been unable to notify them in advance about the price changes which took effect on April 1, 2026.
According to the Consumer Rights Act 2015, companies are required to inform customers ahead of any price increases and must allow them the opportunity to decline the changes and cancel their contracts without penalties. This legal requirement appears to have driven Sky to rectify the situation by contacting customers directly.
The letter, signed by Ann-Marie MacKay, Sky’s chief customer officer, stated: “We’re sorry to let you know that due to an error, we were unable to notify you in advance about a recent price increase.” The correspondence also mentioned that bills from April 1, 2026, may have reflected the higher prices.
Sky indicated that customers will receive credit for the additional amounts charged from the start of the price increase until 31 days after the notification letter was sent. Consequently, the next bill for these customers will be lower than usual, while subsequent bills will reflect the new pricing.
The letter also detailed that different packages would see varying increases, with the Sky Ultimate TV package and Sky Full Fibre 500 broadband each experiencing a £3 monthly hike.
Customers unhappy with these changes are advised to visit sky.com/changes or contact Sky at 0344 824 4450 to discuss their options, including cancellation. Those within a minimum contract period are urged to call within 31 days of receiving the letter to cancel without incurring early termination charges.
Furthermore, the communication clarified that existing offers for customers would remain unaffected, and it provided guidance for those who may have modified or cancelled their subscriptions since April 1, 2026. Customers who have left Sky will receive any refund owed automatically without needing to take any further action.
Sky typically raises package prices annually, usually providing advance notice to customers, which has not occurred in this instance.
