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Neso, the National Electricity System Operator, is responsible for balancing the supply and demand of electricity across Britain. Their primary goal is to keep the lights on, ensuring there's always enough power to meet the country's needs. Today's margin notice shows them actively managing the grid to prevent any risk of power cuts.
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