Chris O'Shea, the boss of British Gas owner Centrica, revealed that the UK's critical Rough gas storage site is practically empty. ^[1] Britain's current stored gas reserves will barely cover two days of average winter demand. ^[2] European gas storage levels have plunged to a 13-year low of 63%, compared to the typical 80% fullness. ^[3] Chris O'Shea warned that if the government does not include Rough in its regulatory support model, the site will remain empty over the winter and close by spring. ^[4] European wholesale gas prices have hit a three-year high, driven by fresh missile strikes in the Middle East. ^[5] The Rough facility, located beneath the North Sea, could store enough gas for up to 30 days but currently holds no gas pumped in this year. ^[6] The author argues that Miliband's ban has left Britain increasingly dependent on gas imports from Norway, the US, and Qatar. ^[7] The author claims that Labour's energy policy has condemned millions to a costly and fearful winter. ^[8]