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CBI warns energy policy 'uncertainty' is threatening future supply

26 January 2016 • 2 min read

Energy industry needs clearer leadership and stable policy to ensure future capacity, claim business leaders

The UK is at risk of jeopardising its energy security by failing to deliver a clear policy framework for low-carbon development, the CBI has warned. In a letter released today and co-signed by 18 business...

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