UK Power Networks distributes more than a quarter of the UK’s electricity through its networks of substations, underground cables and overhead lines making sure the lights stay on across London, the South East and the East of England.
The company’s 5,600 employees are dedicated to delivering a safe, secure electricity supply to 8.1million homes and businesses regardless of who they pay their energy bills to.
The industry regulator Ofgem sets an allowed revenue to distribution companies so that they can maintain safe and reliable electricity supplies.UK Power Networks invests more than £500million in its electricity networks every year and is also undertaking trials to ensure that electricity networks support the transition to a low carbon future. It also maintains and upgrades power equipment, and moves and connects new electricity cables.
If customers are unfortunate enough to be affected by a power cut or have another issue with the electricity supply to their property, they should contact UK Power Networks. See more at: www.ukpowernetworks.co.uk
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