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<p>Great Britain has electricity interconnectors with France (4 GW), Norway (1.4 GW),
Belgium (1 GW), the Netherlands (1 GW) and the island of Ireland (1 GW). There are
currently no electricity interconnectors to Iceland.</p><p> </p><p>The Government
works closely with National Grid Electricity System Operator (ESO) and the transmission
system operators of all connected countries to ensure that the maximum interconnector
capacity is available for use.</p><p> </p><p>Increased interconnection promotes competition,
leading to reduced consumer bills. Ofgem estimated the net total quantifiable impact
on GB consumer welfare to be greater than £20 billion for projects under their regulatory
regime, to date.</p>
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