Addition of Housing Association Category to the Electricity DAM
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
C3- 0106
Urgent
No
Latest Update
-
Summary
Housing Associations require an understanding of the equipment installed in each of their properties as well as managing empty properties. They are also wanting to take a bigger role in supporting their tenants (with their consent) in managing their energy use. If provided with industry data, housing associations can provide targeted information to their tenants and help them make informed choices about their metering system, manage empty properties as well as understand the equipment within the properties they own.
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Date of Update to Priority
Stages Selection
Company Name
Code Manager (RPS)
Review status
Review required
Addition of data items to the Electricity DAM for third party service provider non switching category
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
C3-0105
Urgent
No
Latest Update
-
Summary
The Third-Party Service Provider Non-Switching category is a new EES User Type for organisations providing services to generators or end-users for purposes other than Switching. One such organisation is a provider of a platform for Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) installers to simplify the way in which renewable installation applications are submitted to Distribution Network Operators (DNOs). Access to MPANs will enable the installer to cross-reference with details provided by the customer to ensure accurate data it provided to the DNO for the connection of the generation system. It will also assist in identifying the correct meter point in conversion properties. The DNO application for the connection helps the customer receive an export MPAN and the confirmation of a smart meter and who the Supplier is supports a smooth customer journey in setting up export tariffs.
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Date of Update to Priority
Stages Selection
Company Name
Code Manager (RPS)
Review status
Review required
ESME ID Update Rejections
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0222
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
22/09/25 - This Change Proposal has been implemented as part of the MHHS M8 22 September 2025 REC Release.
Summary
The Electricity Smart Meter Equipment (ESME) ID is a unique identifier that provides a designation for a Smart Meter. Electricity Retail Data Agent (ERDA) systems were updated as per the requirements in R0033 to not allow for multiple incidences of an individual ESME ID to be registered, and reject the update, even when a second incidence of an ESME ID would be legitimate, for example in the case of a re-use of Metering Asset or a crossed meter. This Issue seeks to resolve this feature of the ESME ID validation while maintain data accuracy.
Impacted Consumers
Status
Implementation Date
MHHS Programme Milestone M8 (Code changes delivered)
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0222 Data Spec DI51544 V1.0
Archive
Off
Problem Statement
ERDA data validation on the ESME ID Data Item in the D0312(MM00256) Market Message is imperfect, and can result in invalid rejections. This occurs when more than one incidence of an ESME ID is passed through individual ERDA system, as it only allows for a single occurrence, even if historic ones have been end-dated. In situations where a Metering Asset has been re-used, thus re-using the ESME ID, a rejection will occur, in an example of an unintended functionality of the validation system.
Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
SME User
maxime.van-eyseren@capgemini.com
SME Role
Lead Assurance Analyst
SME User
vaishnsharma@deloitte.co.uk
Issue Proposal Form
I0222 Change Report (Plan) (Approved) V1.0 04.02.25
I0222 Change Report (IA) (Pre-Approval) V1.0 23.04.25
R0222 Change Report (Consultation) V1.0 01.05.25
R0222 Consolidated Consultation Responses V1.0
R0222 Change Report (Post-Vote) V1.0 25.06.25
Company Name
REC Code Manager
Review status
Review required
Housekeeping Change for R0206
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0220
Change Path
Urgent
No
Latest Update
08/11/2024 - This Change Proposal has been implemented as part of the November 2024 REC Release.
Summary
This is a Housekeeping Change Proposal subject to the Housekeeping Change Proposal process, rather than the standard Change Process. The nature of the change is that it makes non-material changes to the REC Products to correct typographical, grammatical or consistency errors, and provides an opportunity to introduce necessary clarifications. This change proposal is looking to fix an error identified with R0206 Cross code change to align with BSC CP1598. BSC CP1598 was raised to add six scenario variants to four Market Messages that have been identified as missing. The REC Energy Market Data Specification contains a number of Market Message scenario variants used in BSC processes. This REC Change Proposal has been raised to align with CP1598 and ensure these scenario variants are added to the REC Data Specification. The legal text for R0206 approved at Change Panel on 15 October 2024, had a change to one of the scenario variants (SV00474) that was not clear as it was not red lined. The change was to the owner of the scenario variant from the Retail Energy Code Company (RECCo) to the Balancing and Settlement Code Company (BSCCo). The red lining for SVcccc was also incorrect as it deleted RECCo as the owner when in fact it is a new scenario variant so no previous owner. The owner as BSCCo that was approved, is correct.
Impacted Consumers
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R220_R0206 HK Solution Document v1.0.pdf
Archive
Off
Stages Selection
R0220 - Housekeeping Change Report
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required
Stranded RMPs in Defunct Suppliers
Date of latest update
Type
Issue
ID
I0219
Other Industry Codes impacted
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
27/02/2025 - Change is now not being merged into any other changes and will proceed as a standalone change. A potential solution has been identified, but will be discussed for potential cross code impacts
Summary
Currently within Schedule 23 a Registration can only be undertaken on RMPs with an Operational or Dormant RMP Status, and not Terminated. Terminated is a status that the RMP is set to when the Meter Point Status is no longer operational or the site is isolated. It is right that these sites are not able to be Registered as there is a risk that Suppliers could inadvertently Register such Meter Points. We do have instances where such sites are stranded in defunct Supplier portfolios - and the Supplier no longer has the capability to take the relevant action to Deactivate the Registrations. This may because the operational staff have left and the business is in administration.
Change Plan
Discussed at Technical Change Workshop
Completed
Start:
Due:
Completion:
25 Feb 2025Impacted Consumers
Impacted REC Documents
Impacted REC Services
Impacted REC Parties and Market Participants
Status
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Stages Selection
Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
SME User
maxime.van-eyseren@capgemini.com
SME Role
Lead Assurance Analyst
SME User
amoden@deloitte.co.uk
Issue Proposal Form
Company Name
Xoserve
Review status
Review required
Proposal to Enable Broader Use of Retail Energy Location (REL) Data for Non-Switching Applications
Date of latest update
Type
Issue
ID
I0218
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
04/08/2026 - On 04 August 2026, the REC Change Panel approved the extension to plan for I0218. Service Provider Impact Assessments are in progress.
Summary
The problem being addressed is the current restriction within the Retail Energy Code (REC) that limits the use of Retail Energy Location (REL) data solely to switching purposes. This restriction prevents the full utilisation of REL data, which could be valuable for a broader range of operational, regulatory, and industry applications. Key Issues: - Currently, REL data, enriched with Unique Property Reference Numbers (UPRNs), is available via the Electricity and Gas Enquiry Services. However, Schedule 29 (Address Management) of the REC restricts its use to switching purposes only, preventing its use in other important industry initiatives. - Various industry stakeholders, including REC and non-REC data requestors as well as Ofgem (the regulator), have expressed a strong interest in utilising REL data for non-switching purposes. The restriction is seen as a limitation, especially for initiatives that require accurate property data to support wider operational and regulatory functions. - By restricting the use of REL data to switching, stakeholders are unable to fully leverage it for improving operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and overall service delivery. Lifting this restriction would enable the wider use of REL data, allowing stakeholders to benefit from its full potential across various non-switching applications.
Change Plan
Proposal plan approved at Change Panel
Completed
Start:
Due:
Completion:
21 Jan 2025Extension to Proposal Plan approved by REC Change Panel
Completed
Start:
Due:
Completion:
06 May 2025Impacted Consumers
Impacted REC Documents
Impacted REC Services
Status
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
- RECCo would acquire a AddressBase Core license from Ordinance Survey and the REC would be updated to allow parties to take full advantage of this data. In order for parties to use the REL data, they would need to acquire an AddressBase Premium license from Ordinance Survey or other relevant license.
Problem Statement
Retail Energy Location (REL) data currently is not permitted for uses such as improving customer service and streamlining internal processes. This means that stakeholders, such as Ofgem and data requestors, have been unable to benefit from this data and Consumers are therefore unable to benefit from the full potential use of their data.
Stages Selection
Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
SME User
rosalind.timperley
SME Role
Lead Assurance Analyst
SME User
amoden@deloitte.co.uk
Issue proposal form
I0218 - Change Report (Proposal Plan) V2.0 (07.05.2025)
I0218 - Extension to Plan V1.0 (06.05.2025) (Approved)
I0218 - Update to Plan V2.0 (09.09.2025) (Approved)
I0218 - Update to Plan V3.0 (18.11.2025) Approved
I0218 Extension to Plan V1.0 Pre-Approval
I0218 - Extension to Plan V2.0 (04.08.2026) Approved
Company Name
RECCo
Review status
Review required
Amending contractual obligations for SIPs at Non-Domestic Premises
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0217
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
This Change Proposal was implemented as part of the 1 April Extraordinary REC Release.
Summary
The contractual obligations in section 21 of Schedule 14 are too restrictive or not relevant to Non-Domestic Premises making delivering isolators to Non-Domestic Premises more complex than it needs to be.
Change Plan
Proposal Plan approved at Change Panel
Completed
Start:
Due:
Completion:
21 Jan 2025Change approved by Metering Expert Panel
Completed
Start:
Due:
Completion:
12 Mar 2025Status
Implementation Date
01 April 2025
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
|---|---|---|
| R0101 | Revision of the Implementation Date and approved solution for R0021 |
|
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Problem Statement
Non-Domestic Consumers who occupy (but do not own) a Premises with relevant permissions allowing metering work to occur are unable to contract with SIPs due to the restrictions in section 21 of Schedule 14 Metering Operations.
Stages Selection
SIP Non-Domestic contracting red lining.docx
R0217 Change Proposal form
R0217 Change Report (Proposal Plan) V1.0 Approved 21.01.25
R0217 Change Report (For Consultation) V1.0
R0217 Consolidated Consultation Responses PUBLIC V1.0
R0217 Change Report (Final Recommendation) V1.0 Post Vote
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required
REC Entry Assessment Information Pack v3.1
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
C3-0104
Urgent
No
Latest Update
-
Summary
The Entry Assessment Information Pack has been updated to include a new section detailing the MHHS Qualification requirements for Parties, delineated by their Market Role and expected timeframe to enter the market. Additionally, the document has been updated to reflect the new metering accreditation requirements brought about by REC Change R0064.
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Date of Update to Priority
Stages Selection
Company Name
Code Manager (RPA)
Review status
Review required
REC Entry Assessment Forms v2.2
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
C3- 0103
Urgent
No
Latest Update
-
Summary
The Entry Assessment Forms have been updated for Electricity Suppliers and DNOs to provide further information on when they plan to enter the Market, and how this will interact with MHHS Qualification through the MHHS Programme. Additionally, the Business Solution Assessment questions on testing have been updated to consider the Market Scenario Testing that Parties will complete with the REC Code Manager.
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Date of Update to Priority
Stages Selection
Company Name
Code Manager (RPA)
Review status
Review required
• Technical Expert Panel Terms of Reference
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
C3-0102
Urgent
No
Latest Update
-
Summary
BSC Modification P474 has brought in the DIP Manager governance. It may be appropriate for the DIP Manager to attend and participate in TEP meetings. Therefore it is proposed to include the DIP Manager in the TEP Terms of Reference to formalise it. Additionally a housekeeping amendment to correct the paragraph numbering in section 5.
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Date of Update to Priority
Stages Selection
Company Name
Code Manager (RTS)
Review status
Review required