The Latest Breaking News from National Grid

How UK blackouts could hit tourists

The Man Who Pays His Way: ‘What will be affected by power cuts? Hotels? Restaurants? Theatres? Museums? Public transport?’ asks a reader

The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2022

National Grid triggers emergency plan amid blackout fears as temperatures plummet across the UK

The agency tweeted an update this morning after triggering its emergency plans as temperatures across the country struggled to get above zero with many waking up to snow and bitter conditions.

Glasgow Live · Dec 12, 2022

National Grid asks two coal plants to fire up amid big freeze

National Grid said the move to use two standby plants should ‘give the public confidence in Monday’s energy supply’

Evening Standard · Dec 12, 2022

National Grid puts coal power plants on standby as energy demand surges in cold weather

Two coal generators were put on standby to ‘give public confidence’ but have now been stood down

The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2022

National Grid stands down coal plants on standby in icy weather

Great Britain’s electricity system operator says it has no concerns over blackouts despite snow and ice

The Guardian - UK · Dec 12, 2022

Emergency back-up power plan triggered by National Grid amid concerns over supply

Some energy customers will be asked to reduce usage at peak times today

Wales Online · Dec 12, 2022

National Grid triggers emergency back-up plan amid fears of energy running out in snow

As temperatures drop below zero and swathes of the country is covered in snow sparking multiple yellow weather warnings, the network is facing a surge in demand

Daily Mirror · Dec 12, 2022

Martin Lewis reveals the three hours in the day when not to use your washing machine

‘We are looking at energy difficulties this winter,’ MoneySavingExpert founder says

The Independent UK · Dec 11, 2022

UK power prices hit record high amid cold snap and lack of wind power

Severely cold weather has come with low wind speeds, creating perfect storm to drive wholesale costs up

The Guardian - UK · Dec 11, 2022

Martin Lewis reveals the three hours in the day when not to use your washing machine

‘We are looking at energy difficulties this winter,’ MoneySavingExpert founder says

The Independent UK · Dec 10, 2022