Energy regulator Ofgem is warning the UK is at "significant risk" of gas shortages this winter. The Times has revealed a letter sent from the organisation that raised concerns of "gas supply emergency" measures to help preserve stocks.
They are blaming the impact of Russia's war in Ukraine which has meant that Europe has been starved of its main source of natural gas. A gas supply emergency can be declared when suppliers are unable to safely get gas to homes and businesses, and could lead to some customers being asked to stop using gas for short periods of time. The stark warning emerged as energy bills come under the protection of government caps.
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