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How does the UK market compare?
The UK's energy market is largely privatised, with numerous suppliers competing for customers, unlike some European countries with state-owned utilities. This competition aims to drive down prices but can also lead to more complex pricing structures and a higher risk of supplier failure. Ofgem's role is to regulate this complex system.
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