National Grid ESO orders coal-fire units to begin warming up as the UK's cold snap continues.
Three UK coal plants have been ordered to begin warming up in case they are needed as the cold snap continues.
A scheme that offers discounts for households who cut peak-time energy use is also set to be triggered.
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