British Gas owner signs deal with Norway gas firm for extra UK supplies

Centrica says Equinor will deliver enough gas for next three years to heat 4.5m extra homes

The British Gas owner, Centrica, has signed an agreement with Norway's state oil company Equinor for additional gas supplies for the UK, helping bolster supply for the next three winters.

Many European countries are seeking to secure additional gas from other sources as they try to reduce reliance on Russian fuel imports.