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National Grid boss insists he is 'right man for the job' as MPs probe 'toxic culture' amid blackout fears

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“National Grid boss insists he is 'right man for the job' as MPs probe 'toxic culture' amid blackout fears”

The head of Britain's electricity grid has insisted he is the right man for the job as MPs challenged him over an alleged "toxic culture" at the Government-owned body. Fintan Slye, chief executive of the National Energy System Operator (Neso), said his staff had confidence in him and vowed to improve "cultural issues". Neso, which runs Britain's energy grid, came under pressure after whistleblowers alleged it concealed blackout risks during the summer heatwaves. They further claimed that staff…

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