Ovo Suing TalkTalk UK Over 2022 Customer Sale Dispute
Ovo Energy has launched legal action against TalkTalk over payments linked to a 2022 telecoms customer sale. The claim was filed in late March 2026 and targets several TalkTalk-related companies.
Background to the dispute
In January 2020, Ovo bought SSE’s household energy and broadband operations for £500 million. The broadband service then relied on Vodafone’s wholesale platform.
Ovo later sold roughly 135,000 former SSE Phone & Broadband customers to TalkTalk, with the transaction completing in October 2022. The purchase included an initial payment and further sums tied to performance milestones.
Why the claim was brought
Large numbers of customers left after the transfer. That churn reduced the deal’s expected value. TalkTalk refused to pay the remaining tranche linked to performance.
Ovo says those outstanding funds remain due. Filmogaz.com sought comment from both firms during the dispute.
Legal filing details
- Claim lodged on 24 March 2026.
- Case number: LM-2026-000119.
- Court: London Circuit Commercial Court.
- Defendants: TalkTalk Finco Limited, TalkTalk Holdings Limited, and Origin Communications Limited.
Responses and current status
TalkTalk declined to comment when asked. Ovo confirmed the claim concerns sums it says are owed for the 2022 sale.
Given court scheduling and the complexity of commercial litigation, a resolution may take months. Both parties could still seek a confidential settlement.
Wider context and implications
Ovo has faced financial strain since the pandemic and the UK energy crisis. The company cut jobs and narrowed its focus to core energy services.
TalkTalk also operates under heavy debt and is exploring sales of divisions. The dispute will likely attract attention across the UK telecom sector.
The situation has been described in industry coverage as Ovo suing TalkTalk in the UK over a 2022 customer sale dispute. The outcome could affect how future customer transfers are structured.
