I grew up during the 70s power cuts – they will be a lot harder this time round

I grew up during the 70s power cuts – they will be a lot harder this time round

I was too young to understand the significance of candles being bought in bulk at the Cash & Carry and the sight of Dad with a paraffin lamp on the desk (Pictures: Sally Brockway/PA/James Dadzitis via SWNS)
One minute I’m standing on tiptoes, watching chips turn golden brown in a deep fat fryer hoping to steal some crispy bits before bed – the next, there’s a collective groan as everything goes…

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