NESO whistleblower alleges critical forecasting and dispatch failings
An anonymous NESO engineer has alleged that inadequate forecasting and dispatch tools are leaving control room staff with poor visibility and could ultimately contribute to power cuts. NESO rejects the account. Ofgem is overseeing two distinct exercises following June’s heat: a regulatory review of system operation and an independent Eversheds Sutherland investigation into whistleblowing allegations. […]
El Niño warning puts UK resilience planning under immediate scrutiny
The WMO says El Niño is firmly established, is likely to persist through February 2027 and is expected to reach “very strong” intensity towards the end of this year. The UK government is preparing a household-resilience campaign, while environment secretary Angela Eagle has advised people to keep enough food and water for several days of […]
Jackdaw approval would mark first test of Burnham’s ‘North Sea pragmatism’
The near-complete gas development could secure consent within weeks, but the decision will have consequences extending well beyond its contribution to UK supply. Reports suggest energy secretary Miatta Fahnbulleh could support Jackdaw next week, with… You must be a Premium Subscriber to read this. You must be a Premium Subscriber to view this content. You […]
CMA advisers press DESNZ for stronger competition case on flagship renewables auction
The Subsidy Advice Unit found the central case for Contracts for Difference sound, but said DESNZ should strengthen its analysis of proportionality, competition and market concentration. Its report does not find Allocation Round 8 (AR8)… You must be a Premium Subscriber to read this. You must be a Premium Subscriber to view this content. You […]
Cumbria robotics centre secures £250,000 as nuclear sector targets skills gap
The ECITB has awarded £250,000 to the Cumbria Robotics Operations Skills Centre, which aims to train 650 people by 2030. CROSS is being developed with UKAEA, Sellafield, Lakes College and other partners to provide practical robotics training for nuclear decommissioning and, eventually, wider engineering industries. The investment comes as Britain’s civil and defence nuclear workforce […]