Energy blackouts: Truss must convene COBRA

EMBARGO: Immediate release 

Responding to the National Grid warning of rolling blackouts this winter, Liberal Democrat Leader Ed Davey said:

"Too much time has already been wasted by the Conservative Government in failing to protect Britain from blackout misery and even higher prices this winter. 

“Liz Truss must convene COBRA immediately and spell out her plan for our country. 

"We need stronger leadership from this new Prime Minister. The political squabbles in her divided Conservative party must stop getting in the way of governing Britain. 

"A failure to act now could see millions plunged into rolling blackouts whilst petrol and heating oil prices spiral even further out of control.

“We need real action from this Government, including a clear plan to boost energy supplies and secure the necessary energy resources."