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The Government recognises the vital role that networks play in meeting our low-carbon ambitions. It is for Ofgem, as the independent regulator, to allocate funding to network companies for grid upgrades. In the latest 8-year regulatory price controls Ofgem has allowed funding of up to £21.5bn [1] for electricity transmission and £24.6bn [2] for electricity distribution to expand, replace and maintain the networks.<\/p>
[1]<\/strong><\/em> 2009-10 prices<\/em><\/p> [2]<\/strong><\/em><\/em> 2012-13 prices<\/em><\/p>"}
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