Energy Minister downplays blackout threat from Longannet closure

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Matt Hancock says public should trust National Grid over a company that 'plays one small part' in the network

Energy minister Matt Hancock has rejected claims by ScottishPower that the UK could experience energy blackouts if it closes Scotland's last coal-fired power plant within the year. Iberdrola-owned ScottishPower...

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