Written question asked by Lee Anderson (Reform UK) on Friday, 28 August 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 2 September 2026. It was answered by Michael Shanks (Labour) on Tuesday, 8 September 2026 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.
Power Failures
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what recent discussions her Department has had with National Energy System Operator about the risk of blackouts.
- Answer
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Great Britain has a highly resilient energy system. Maintaining a secure electricity supply is a key priority for the Government.
Government works closely with industry and regulators to improve and maintain the resilience and security of energy infrastructure and is confident the likelihood of a large-scale power outage remains low.
The National Energy System Operator (NESO) has tools available to manage the system under a wide range of scenarios. The Government regularly engages with NESO and industry to understand risks to the energy system and ensure robust plans are in place to mitigate the impacts of electricity disruption.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 21760
- Session
- 2026-27
- Grouped for answer
- Yes
- Subjects
- Power failures National Energy System Operator
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- 2026-09-08 08:20:42 +0100
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