GB electricity and gas networks and connections regulation

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    Practice Note: The Energy White Paper—an overview [Archived], which has been archived and is no longer maintained, considers some of the key measures announced in the Energy White Paper published by the former UK Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) on 14 December 2020 and their expected impact on the energy sector. It also provides a comprehensive overview of all commitments announced. The Department of Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) was established on 7 February 2023 and has taken over the energy portfolio of the former BEIS, which no longer exists

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Ofgem launches call for input on future approach to energy system cost allocation and recovery

Ofgem has published a call for input seeking views on whether there are fairer and more efficient ways to allocate and recover energy system costs, including looking at a range of potential alternative pricing models for consumers. The review forms part of Ofgem’s work to support the transition to a cleaner, more secure and resilient energy system as the make-up of system costs changes due to reduced reliance on fossil fuels and increased investment in infrastructure. It plans to explore how costs can be shared to support smarter and more efficient energy use, improve protections for consumers and contribute to decarbonisation and economic growth.

Ofgem rejects NESO request for competitive tender of WCN2 transmission project

Ofgem has rejected the National Energy System Operator (NESO)’s request to competitively tender a sub-component of project WCN2, concluding that it does not qualify for onshore competition under section 6(3) of the Electricity (Early-Model Competitive Tenders for Onshore Transmission Licences) Regulations 2025, SI 2025/446. The project did not meet all qualifying criteria, specifically the network needs case requirement. Ofgem was unable to confirm the needs case for WCN2 due to uncertainty over the impact of connections reform, the Strategic Spatial Energy Plan and the Clean Power Plan 2030 on future network requirements. It was also unable to do so ahead of the transitional Centralised Strategic Network Plan 2 Refresh (tCSNP2 Refresh), expected from NESO in 2026, citing the risk that WCN2 may not be required or that an alternative option could better meet network needs.

Environmental Agency publishes planning reforms for industrial clusters

The Environment Agency (EA) has published key recommendations for planning reforms aimed at supporting sustainable growth in England's industrial clusters, with a specific north west regions. The recommendations stresses that forthcoming reforms are vital for achieving sustainable long-term growth. It is recommended that industrial clusters be proactively incorporated into local growth plans and developed with the necessary environmental infrastructure, such as an adequate water supply. The report also identifies significant challenges facing these clusters, including limited water resource availability and climate-related risks.

Ofgem launches consultation on RIIO-3 initial licence conditions

Ofgem has launched a consultation on proposed licence conditions to implement the RIIO-3 price control settlement for the electricity transmission, gas transmission and gas distribution sectors. The consultation seeks feedback on proposed changes to Standard Licence Conditions, Standard Special Conditions and Special Conditions, as well as amendments to the Price Control Financial Instruments. The consultation closes on 16 September 2025.

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