Explained in plain English
Who runs our electricity?
National Grid ESO (Electricity System Operator) is responsible for keeping Great Britain's lights on. They balance electricity supply and demand in real time, making sure there's always enough power. This story highlights their new power to call for emergency blackouts without needing government approval first.
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What happens next with Great Britain's emergency power cutsThis explainer came from a news story
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