Coming shortage of UK generating capacity?

[adam2]

Well spotted

[adam2]

I see relatively little concern regarding generating capacity for the coming winter.
The increased price of electricity has reduced demand.
More wind turbines are now available.
And more interconnectors.
PV capacity has increased, off little help in the winter, but every little helps, and every GWH from PV reduces natural gas burnt in power stations.

The main risk factor is the continuing reliance on natural gas for a significant proportion of our generating capacity. With very limited storage, the UK is vulnerable to any supply disruption from wars or natural disasters.

Remember also that severe weather can cause long power cuts even when generating capacity is ample. Remember storm ARWEN, 2 Weeks without power for some. Or the recent flood disaster in Spain.