| 释义 |
Ofgas, n.|ˈɒfgæs|
Also OFGAS
[Abbrev.]
The Office of Gas Supply, a regulatory body set up in 1986 to supervise the operation of the British gas industry after its privatization.
1985Financial Times 20 May 6/3 The Government regards Oftel as a model for the gas industry and refers to ‘Ofgas’ in internal documents about the proposed gas regulatory authority. 1990Ideal Home Apr. 132/1 Set up in 1986 as an independent department, Ofgas' role is to ensure British Gas does not misuse its monopoly. As its main concern is gas supply, Ofgas monitors the formula used to calculate domestic gas prices, and general consumer interests. 1992Independent 19 Nov. 29/4 Unigate yesterday called for the creation of a regulator of raw milk supplies along the lines of Ofgas or Oftel to prevent the Milk Marketing Board exploiting its monopoly power when it becomes a national co-operative. |