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Written question asked by Andrew Rosindell (Conservative) on Monday, 15 April 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 17 April 2024. It was answered by Andrew Bowie (Conservative) on Tuesday, 23 April 2024 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.


Electricity: Imports

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, whether her Department is taking steps to maintain energy security in the context of the availability of electricity supplies from (a) central and (b) western Europe.

Answer

The UK has a secure and diverse energy system. The market has successfully delivered sufficient electricity supplies amidst a recent period characterised by high energy prices and increased uncertainties caused by Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine.

Electricity System Operator’s (ESO) Summer Outlook expects sufficient supply to meet demand at all times this summer; net imports into Great Britain from mainland Europe; and to be able to support exports if needed.

We continue to work with Ofgem and ESO to monitor energy security and ensure ESO can deploy all tools at its disposal if needed to secure supply.

ESO Summer Outlook weblink: https://www.nationalgrideso.com/document/316126/download


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
21591
Session
2023-24
Subjects
Energy supply Electricity Imports Europe
Link
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