Reports: Number 10 shelves energy-saving advice campaign

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Reports: Number 10 shelves energy-saving advice campaign

Liz Truss reportedly blocks plans for public communication campaign, as OVO and National Grid both advance plans to ease pressure on grid at peak times

Number 10 has reportedly blocked plans for a £15m public information campaign to advise people on how to reduce energy use and cut their bills their winter, amidst warnings the UK could face blackouts...

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