[jzwinck]

Not much gas will get stolen. This campaign says they'll stop their direct debit arrangements. They'll still owe the money and most people will pay eventually. It may squeeze the utility companies a bit in the short term though, and I wonder if they have insurance for this kind of thing.

[nradov]

Utility companies don't purchase insurance against their customers not paying. The utilities can draw down their capital reserves, or if necessary borrow money to continue operating until customers pay their bills.