UK’s last coal-fired power station closes

Ratcliffe-on-Soar in Nottinghamshire has generated electricity since the 1960’s, however it will now be decommissioned, making the UK the first G7 nation to exit coal-fired power. The closure emphasises the transition towards more renewable energy. However, with more power coming from greener sources, the cost of energy could increase. Sky’s data and economics editor Ed Conway has more on the figures. Read more: #skynews #coal #powerstation SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for more videos: Follow us on Twitter: Like us on Facebook: Follow us on Instagram: Follow us on TikTok: @skynews For more content go to and download our apps: Apple