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Kadri Simson, European Commissioner for energy, said the price cap proposal was a "balancing act" to minimise risks.

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Video. Brussels unveils first-ever EU cap on gas prices but as 'last resort'

Updated: 22/11/2022 - 18:59 GMT+1

After months of political pressure, the European Commission has presented a formal proposal to prevent high gas prices.

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