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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Alex Lawson

National Grid says blackouts less likely this winter

An electricity pylon surrounded by homes in Sidcup, Kent
The National Grid ESO warned that there could be planned rolling three-hour power cuts last year. Photograph: Yui Mok/PA

The risk of blackouts in Great Britain will be lower this winter thanks to higher gas storage levels in Europe and more nuclear power imported from France, the company responsible for keeping the lights on has said.

National Grid’s electricity system operator (ESO) said Britain was in a stronger position heading into the coldest months than it was a year ago when Russia’s invasion of Ukraine had left officials scrambling for backup power.

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