Higher gas storage levels in Europe help leave Great Britain in stronger position, says operator

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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