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‘Concerning issues’ found at GB power grid by inquiry into cover-up claims

Neso control room staff accused senior executives of covering up extent of blackout risks during June heatwave Independent investigators have found…

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The Guardian reports: Neso control room staff accused senior executives of covering up extent of blackout risks during June heatwave Independent investigators have found significant and concerning “cultural issues” at Great Britain’s grid operator after control room staff accused senior executives of covering up the extent of blackout risks in the UK during the June heatwave.

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