The National Grid has triggered its back-up power plan amid fears that there could be black outs across the UK.
It comes as temperatures drop below zero and most of the nation, including Liverpool, has been hit by snow, ice and freezing fog. The network is facing a surge in demand causing worries that energy suppliers could run out.
National Grid has subsequently given notice to two of its reserve coal-fired power stations to fire up, ready to produce energy is called on by the grid, reported The Mirror. The network's operator said the emergency plan "should give the public confidence in Monday's energy supply".
