Dinner after 8pm and delaying washes - what we might have to do to avoid blackouts this winter Energy rationing measures in place in other countries could be heading here Manchester Evening News · Sep 4, 2022
The Protector Group sees profits rise on the back of UK infrastructure contracts The Team Valley-based firm said it has also won significant contracts with National Grid, National Highways and Network Rail Birmingham Post · Aug 30, 2022
Coal power plant closure ‘postponed to ward off winter blackouts’ The National Grid has already made deals with Drax and EDF to keep open two units each from October to the end of March The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2022
Closure of coal power station set to be delayed to prevent UK blackouts Under deal, German owner of Nottinghamshire station would be paid a fee to pause decommissioning The Guardian - UK · Aug 28, 2022
Major electric car rule change could leave drivers 'confused' following new restrictions A new rule to ease pressure on the National Grid is thought to leave EV drivers confused, experts warn as more and more electric cars are being sold in the UK. Glasgow Live · Aug 28, 2022
National Grid offering factories £5million to close for 3 winters in energy crisis The National Grid is drawing up draft emergency plans which suggest paying industrial companies to reduce their gas usage for the next three years in the energy crisis Daily Mirror · Aug 24, 2022
Wargaming for 'winter disaster' on energy supplies - but what is Exercise Degree? National Grid doubles gas emergency planning exercise amid supply fears Wales Online · Aug 23, 2022
EDF Energy boss warns 'over half' of UK households could fall into fuel poverty EDF has warned of a "dramatic and catastrophic winter” as yearly energy bills are expected to rise to more than £3,500 and over half of households are thought to fall into fuel poverty as a result Edinburgh Live · Aug 23, 2022
National Grid extends annual gas shortage drill amid winter supply fears Drill, which involves deciding which customers would have to cut gas use in a crisis, will run for four days instead of two The Guardian - UK · Aug 23, 2022
Energy use is a ‘decision for individuals’ insist No 10 and Truss allies Senior Tories rule out asking households to reduce energy use despite planning for winter blackouts The Guardian - UK · Aug 23, 2022
Families to get energy bill discounts if they avoid using energy at peak times New plans are set to be announced by the National Grid in the next two weeks. The plans are designed to help families save money at a time when energy bills have soared. Wales Online · Aug 22, 2022
Octopus Energy unveils 'turning point' that could save millions £840 on bills Octopus Energy and the National Grid have unveiled a "major turning point" in electricity supply that could save energy customers around £840 a year on their bills Edinburgh Live · Aug 22, 2022
People could be paid to use their dishwashers or tumble dryers overnight Plans to conserve energy are being looked at Wales Online · Aug 22, 2022
Brits could get paid to turn off their washing machines during peak hours this winter Brits could be receiving payments to turn off their washing machines during peak hours this winter, according to reports, as officials at the National Grid attempt to tackle expected energy shortages Daily Mirror · Aug 22, 2022
Chronicle Live · Aug 21, 2022 People could be paid to not use high-energy appliances during peak hours The National Grid Electricity System Operator is set to announce plans to reward consumers for easing the strain on the power grid
Daily Mirror · Aug 21, 2022 Brits will be paid to run tumble dryers at quieter times to save UK from blackouts National Grid ESO is working on plans to be rolled out in October or November, where people will be 'incentivised' for stopping their energy-gobbling appliances at peak times
Chronicle Live · Aug 20, 2022 Energy CEO slams 'bonkers' rule preventing 'cheaper electricity' for millions Greg Jackson believes that the United Kingdom has an old and outdated way of running its energy market
The Guardian - UK · Aug 15, 2022 As drought hits, what are UK water company chief executives paid? Anger is growing over the huge sums handed to shareholders and executives
The Independent UK · Aug 13, 2022 UK power sector to ‘wargame’ energy rationing amid threat of days-long blackouts Exclusive: Industry insiders are preparing for energy rationing measures, and the government has discussed the risk of mass non-payment of bills
The National (Scotland) · Aug 10, 2022 Scottish Government 'monitoring' risk of winter blackouts and energy supply issues THE Scottish Government is "monitoring" the risk of power blackouts and energy supply issues, The National can reveal.
The Independent UK · Jul 28, 2022 UK faces periods of ‘tight’ electricity supply this winter amid Russia war in Ukraine Prices soaring due to uncertainty over supply
Wales Online · Jul 27, 2022 Power supplies could be 'tight' at times this winter, electricity body says But The Electricity System Operator (ESO) believes it should be able to keep the lights on
The Guardian - UK · Jul 27, 2022 National Grid asks UK coal power plants to be on standby this winter Users may also be paid to use less electricity, as country prepares for gas shortfalls across Europe
The Guardian - UK · Jul 24, 2022 Can a government campaign persuade Britain to use less energy? The reaction to recent efforts to keep people safe in the heatwave shows a delicate balance is needed
The Independent UK · Jul 24, 2022 Government to ask Britons to ‘turn off lights and turn down thermostats’ over winter energy shortage fears The government could deliver appeals for people to cut back on energy usage via radio, television, posters and leaflets