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Storm Eunice Causes ‘Record-Breaking’ Power Cut

Posted on February 21, 2022February 21, 2022 By Chris Owens No Comments on Storm Eunice Causes ‘Record-Breaking’ Power Cut
Storm Eunice Causes ‘Record-Breaking’ Power Cut
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Three storms in a week cause havoc across much of Britain’s electricity network.

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Keeping The Lights On During The Coronavirus Crisis

Posted on March 31, 2020June 10, 2020 By Chris Owens No Comments on Keeping The Lights On During The Coronavirus Crisis
Keeping The Lights On During The Coronavirus Crisis
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What steps are Britain’s network operators taking to minimise the risk posed by the spread of coronavirus?

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Storm Ciara Causes Power Cuts Affecting More Than 770,000 People

Posted on February 11, 2020March 31, 2020 By Chris Owens No Comments on Storm Ciara Causes Power Cuts Affecting More Than 770,000 People
Storm Ciara Causes Power Cuts Affecting More Than 770,000 People
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Storm Ciara causes travel chaos and leaves large parts of England and Wales without electricity.

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National Audit Office Report Into Britain’s Electricity Network

Posted on February 3, 2020February 6, 2020 By Chris Owens No Comments on National Audit Office Report Into Britain’s Electricity Network
National Audit Office Report Into Britain’s Electricity Network
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New analysis from the National Audit Office shows electricity users in Britain experience fewer power cuts than most EU countries.

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