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'We haven't received NEG details': Qld

The Queensland government says it is yet to receive the full detail of the Turnbull government's National Energy Guarantee policy ahead of an important meeting.

Queensland officials say they are yet to receive the full detail of the Turnbull government's National Energy Guarantee ahead of a crucial meeting.

Energy ministers are under pressure to reach a deal but opposition from Labor governments in Victoria, Queensland and the ACT is threatening to strike an agreement.

"I had a phone conversation with the Prime Minister on Tuesday night, he assured me those papers would be with me as soon as possible," Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said on Thursday.

"Malcolm Turnbull has to sort out his party room, have a clear position through his party room and then Queensland is open to look at the legislation."

Her office was yet to receive that paperwork as of late Thursday.

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The meeting is to take place on Friday

Mr Turnbull has warned state governments they will be blamed for high power bills if they veto his "critical" signature policy.

The Energy Security Board said the NEG ensures reliable energy supply in tight periods and will help households save $550-a-year on power bills.


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