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This entity will operate under the umbrella of Great British Energy. The stated aim of GB Grid is to reduce United Kingdom energy costs to match those in Europe within ten years. The announcement is scheduled to be made at the Labour Party conference. This move marks the establishment of the first state-owned electricity network since the sector was privatised under Margaret Thatcher."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"According to reports, the project is designed to foster greater competition and shorten the time it takes for businesses to connect to the grid. Delays in this process have reportedly hampered investment. Mr Burnham is expected to state that the current energy system is broken, with prices dictated by distant markets while British consumers bear the costs. He intends for the UK to regain control over its energy pricing. The plans also include provisions for businesses to 'self-build' connection infrastructure, with GB Grid offering co-investment to bypass lengthy waits for network operators. GB Grid will operate alongside existing private sector firms and network companies."},{"type":"heading","text":"Coverage comparison"},{"type":"heading","text":"What the coverage left out"},{"type":"paragraph","text":"No right-rated outlet ran this story. The left-rated reports mentioned that GB Grid will operate alongside private sector firms and network companies, a detail not present in the centre-rated digests. 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