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The Fieldfisher Gas Primer: A summary of the European Gas position

In this useful guide to the current gas situation across Europe, our experts have outined the variety of different positions adopted by Governments across the region to try and mitigate high prices for both consumers and wider industry.

A large industrial pipeline extends over calm waters towards a distant refinery with multiple smokestacks emitting smoke. The sky is a gradient of purple and pink hues, suggesting either dawn or dusk, and the scene is bathed in a soft, diffused light.

From consumer price caps, to cancelling industrial contracts - governments and gas retailers across Europe have taken strong actions to guarantee security of supply and to try and protect users from high prices.  

We’ve summarised the positions taken by Germany, France, Spain, Belgium, The Netherlands and Great Britain - covering the legislative and regulatory position in each country.

Download this essential guide to the European gas situation below.