UK's Ofgem weighs activating market stabilisation charge as energy prices surge

Oct 16 (Reuters) — The British energy regulator on Friday launched a consultation on activating its market stabilisation charge, saying recent wholesale price increases and continued market volatility could pose risks to consumers. (Reporting by Prerna Bedi in Bengaluru; Editing by Janane Venkatraman) ((Prerna.Bedi@thomsonreuters.com; +91 98052 24616;)