Coal-fired power continues to play a crucial role in the UK generation portfolio, providing 41% of electricity generated across the country in 2012. This contribution from the existing coal generation fleet, as well as the associated supply industry and infrastructure, is absolutely essential in providing secure, flexible and affordable energy supplies to the UK's households and businesses. In particular, retaining coal as part of the UK's energy mix will provide a hedge against future volatility in the gas market that would otherwise be passed directly on to the consumer.
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