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Why protect energy firms?
The government wants to avoid a repeat of the 2021 energy crisis, when dozens of suppliers went bust, costing taxpayers billions. By protecting firms from losses when customers switch, they hope to maintain a stable energy market and prevent widespread disruption, especially before winter.
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