UK Faces Increased Reliance on Imported Energy Amid Domestic Shortfalls

National Grid warns of potential winter power shortages as coal plants close and interconnectors become vital.

Britain's energy imports are set to rise as domestic coal-fired power stations close.
National Grid's report highlights the UK's growing dependence on foreign electricity to avoid blackouts.
Interconnectors with France, Norway, and other countries are crucial to meeting peak electricity demands.
The cost of imported electricity reached £3 billion in 2023, with significant payments to France's EDF.
Unions criticize the missed opportunities for UK energy workers due to reliance on foreign power.