In response to the announcement, Ross Easton, Interim Chief Executive of Energy Network Association (ENA), which represents the UK’s energy network operators, said:
"The creation of a dedicated department focused on energy security and net zero is very welcome. These are substantial topics and it's correct that the Prime Minister recognises this.
"That said, the proof is not in the name or the Whitehall machinery, but in the delivery of high-quality policy which supports safe, secure, sustainable and reliable energy supplies for customers - now and in the future. That is the real test. We are looking forward to working with the Secretary of State and his team to deliver this."
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Energy Networks Association (ENA) is the industry body representing the energy networks. Our members include every major electricity network operator in the UK. The electricity networks are at the heart of the energy transition. They directly employ more than 26,000 people in the UK, including 1,500 apprentices. They are spending and investing £33bn in our electricity grids over the coming years, to ensure safe, reliable and secure energy supplies for the millions of homes and businesses reliant on power every day.
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