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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Business
Rob Davies

High energy-using industries fear lack of support from UK ministers

Chemical plants in Runcorn, England.
Chemical plants in Runcorn, England. Electricity can cost UK firms up to 60% more than in the EU. Photograph: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images

Britain’s strategic heavy industries have warned they risk being left high and dry by a lack of support in the government’s upcoming energy strategy, warning that failure to follow European countries’ measures to reduce gas and electricity costs will put UK businesses at risk.

The government is expected to outline long-awaited proposals this week for a once-in-a-generation drive to invest in nuclear power and possibly more onshore wind and solar power, as well as approving continued North Sea oil and gas exploration.

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