UK power grid secures winter surplus despite gas reliance concerns

The national power grid expects a stable electricity surplus this winter.

The electricity network operator confirmed the power supply will remain secure through the winter months. Engineers forecasted an adequate generation buffer despite ongoing reliance on imported gas resources.

• The surplusThe power network expects a surplus of 5.9 gigawatts between late October and late March.
• The assuranceNetwork operators offered reassurances following internal concerns from engineers regarding adequate supply capacity.