Npower hits out at government green schemes as it confirms cuts

Around a fifth of UK workforce to go after company racks up losses of £106m in 2015

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"Big six" energy supplier Npower has blamed its long-running billing woes for its loss of £106m last year – and its decision to cut around a fifth of its UK workforce.

However, it does not point the finger solely at its own door. German parent RWE also argues that UK government schemes requiring established utility companies to fund green energy commitments are preventing it from competing effectively with its smaller peers, who are rapidly gaining market share.

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