New EES User Category for the Department for Education
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0127
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
05/04/2024 - Following the implementation of R0118, this change has followed the new data access process and has been withdrawn.
Summary
The Department for Education (DfE) wants to be in a position to support schools in making the best use of the energy commodity use within the educational estate. To do this they need the ability to identify the energy meters in use across the educational estate, so that they support schools and colleges with analogue meters with their upgrade to Smart Meters and understand their energy data usage. Currently the DfE does not have access to the Electricity Enquiry Service data to enable it to understand what electricity meters are installed in schools.
Impacted REC Documents
Impacted REC Services
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Stages Selection
R0127 - Change Proposal form (downloadable version) 13.06.2023
R0127 - Draft Electricity DAM (pre-IAR) v0.1 13.06.2023
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required
Review of Schedule 12 and processes to manage access to data
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0118
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
06/12/2023- This Change was implemented as part of the 6 December 2023 Extraordinary Release
Summary
Since REC go-live in September 2021, Enquiry Service Providers have operated the Enquiry Services processes as effectively as possible, however, overtime gaps have emerged and opportunities to improve have been identified. There have been an increasing number of access requests for market roles that are not reflected in Schedule 12 or the Data Access Matrix (DAM). As a result, it has become apparent there are restrictions on the access to data, and the granting of access to such users can be slow and time consuming. Given the market roles are too narrow at present, this will become increasingly problematic as they do not reflect market roles that could exist in 10 year’s time for example. There is a need to therefore limit ambiguity and reduce number of use cases where judgement is required. This CP will take forward the review of Schedule 12 and any identified changes.
Change Plan
Preliminary Change Report issued
Completed
Start:
12 May 2023Due:
08 Sep 2023Completion:
08 Sep 2023Consultation triggered
Completed
Start:
08 Sep 2023Due:
08 Sep 2023Completion:
08 Sep 2023Consultation close
Completed
Start:
08 Sep 2023Due:
22 Sep 2023Completion:
22 Sep 2023Final Change Report issued
Completed
Start:
22 Sep 2023Due:
06 Oct 2023Completion:
06 Oct 2023Responsible Committee decision
Completed
Start:
06 Oct 2023Due:
17 Oct 2023Completion:
17 Oct 2023Impacted REC Documents
Impacted REC Services
Status
Implementation Date
06 December 2023
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
|---|---|---|
| R0106 | Performance Assurance Report Catalogue V5.1 |
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
- As a Consumer, I want Market Participants to have the appropriate data access so any issues affecting my energy account can be addressed easily.
- As a Consumer, I want Market Participants to have appropriate data access so that I can benefit from improved product and service offerings.
- As a Market Participant, I want the processes that grant data access to be simplified and adaptable so that valid data use cases are addressed quickly.
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0118 - Draft Legal Text at PCR 08.09.2023
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R0118 - Draft Legal Text at FCR 06.10.2023
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Problem Statement
Organisations with valid use cases for REC data access must raise a Change Proposal as they are not listed within Schedule 12 or the Data Access Matrix. This is a time-consuming process which delays the implementation of the required access and does not promote innovation, competition, and positive Consumer outcomes.
Stages Selection
R0118 - Change Proposal Form 12.05.2023
R0118 - Change Proposal Plan (Approved) 05.09.2023
R0118 - Initial Assessment Report (Approved) 05.09.2023
R0118 - Consolidated Consultation Responses_NON-CONFIDENTIAL 06.10.2023
R0118 - Preliminary Change Report v1.0 (Published for Consultation) 08.09.2023
R0118 - Final Change Report (Approved) 17.10.2023
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required
Provision of Grid Supply Point Group ID from a Postcode search in EES
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0111
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
05/04/2024 - The Code Manager has rejected the progression of R0111 as Postcode itself does not always have a direct correlation to the GSP Group and believes that a full address should be provided so that accurate quotes are given to a Consumer.
Summary
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Impacted Consumers
Impacted REC Documents
Impacted REC Services
Impacted REC Parties and Market Participants
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Stages Selection
R0111 - CP Form (Downloadable version)
Company Name
GB Group plc
Review status
Review required
Enabling Electricity Enquiry Service searches using a Unique Property Reference Number
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0108
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
08/11/2024 - This Change Proposal has been implemented as part of the November 2024 REC Release.
Summary
Consumers that wish to utilise multi-channel switching services for gas, electricity, water, broadband, bank, home insurance etc. cannot make use of generic address-capture services for electricity switching as Unique Property Reference Number (UPRN) search functionality is not available within the Electricity Enquiry Service (EES).
Change Plan
Service Provider Impact Assessment window start
Completed
Start:
19 Apr 2023Due:
02 Oct 2023Completion:
02 Oct 2023Service Provider Impact Assessment window close
Completed
Start:
02 Oct 2023Due:
18 Dec 2023Completion:
18 Dec 2023Party Impact Assessment start
Completed
Start:
18 Dec 2023Due:
12 Jan 2024Completion:
12 Jan 2024Preliminary Change Report and Consultation issued
Completed
Start:
02 Feb 2024Due:
16 Feb 2024Completion:
16 Feb 2024Party Impact Assessment close
Completed
Start:
12 Jan 2024Due:
02 Feb 2024Completion:
02 Feb 2024Consultation close
Completed
Start:
16 Feb 2024Due:
08 Mar 2024Completion:
08 Mar 2024Final Change Report issued
Completed
Start:
08 Mar 2024Due:
15 Mar 2024Completion:
15 Mar 2024Responsible Committee decision
Completed
Start:
15 Mar 2024Due:
27 Mar 2024Completion:
27 Mar 2024Appeal window closure
Completed
Start:
27 Mar 2024Due:
12 Apr 2024Completion:
12 Apr 2024Impacted Consumers
Impacted REC Services
Impacted REC Parties and Market Participants
Status
Implementation Date
08 November 2024
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
|---|---|---|
| R0105 | Review of ONAGE SLAs |
|
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
- As a Consumer, I want to be able to switch my electricity easily and efficiently.
- As I Consumer, I want to be able to quote or switch my electricity as part of a packaged search.
- As a Supplier, I want Consumers to be able to search for quotes and switch efficiently.
- As an organisation providing multi-channel switching services, I want Consumers to be able to use one set of data when requesting quotes.
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0108 Requirements Specification v0.1
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Document title
Electricity Data Access Matrix_R0108 Draft
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EES API Interface Specification v3.1.6 - Redline
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Problem Statement
Consumers that wish to utilise multi-channel switching services, cannot benefit from the efficiencies of using a UPRN for the electricity Switch as the EES does not provide this functionality.
Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
Change Proposal Form
R0108 - Change Proposal Plan (Approved) 17.10.2023
R0108 - Initial Assessment Report (Approved) 17.10.2023
R0108 Consolidated Party IA Responses v1.0 Non-confidential (16.02.2024)
R0108 - Preliminary Change Report v1.0 published for consultation (16.02.2024)
R0108 - Consolidated Consultation Responses_Non Confidential (15.03.2024)
R0108 - Final Change Report v2.0 Post-Vote (27.03.2024)
Company Name
GB Group plc
Review status
Review required
Revision of the approved solution for R0032
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0102
Other Industry Codes impacted
Priority
Urgent
Yes
Latest Update
30/06/2023 - This change was implemented on 30 June 2023 as part of the June 2023 REC Release
Summary
REC Parties have started to prepare for the release and implementation of R0032, during this preparation the REC Code Manager has received questions about the approved solution, specifically regarding the version of the D0312 (MM00256) Market Message (version 002 has been maintained through R0032) and the number of register digits that should be provided for specific meter types. The Code Manager has reviewed these questions and determined changes are required to the approved solution. Therefore, this Change Proposal has been raised to progress changes to the approved solution.
Change Plan
Solution Analysis and Development
Completed
Start:
23 Mar 2023Due:
31 Mar 2023Completion:
31 Mar 2023Service Provider Impact Assessment Complete
Completed
Start:
31 Mar 2023Due:
11 Apr 2023Completion:
11 Apr 2023Party Impact Assessment Completed
Completed
Start:
11 Apr 2023Due:
11 Apr 2023Completion:
11 Apr 2023Preliminary Change Report Published for Consultation
Completed
Start:
11 Apr 2023Due:
14 Apr 2023Completion:
14 Apr 2023Consultation Start
Completed
Start:
14 Apr 2023Due:
14 Apr 2023Completion:
14 Apr 2023Consultation End
Completed
Start:
14 Apr 2023Due:
21 Apr 2023Completion:
21 Apr 2023Final Change Report Published
Completed
Start:
21 Apr 2023Due:
24 Apr 2023Completion:
24 Apr 2023Responsible Committee Discussion
Not Started
Start:
24 Apr 2023Due:
26 Apr 2023Completion:
Appeal Window Closure
Not Started
Start:
26 Apr 2023Due:
12 May 2023Completion:
Impacted Consumers
Impacted REC Services
Status
Implementation Date
30 June 2023
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
- As an impacted Market Participant, I want to have clarity on version of the Market Message and the population of Data Items within the Data Specification, so that my internal systems can be correctly configured to send and receive Data Items within Market Messages.
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0102 Proposed Data Specification Changes (Published with Consultation) 29.03.2023
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R0102 Proposed Data Specification Changes (Published with Final Change Report) 24.04.2023
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R0032 and R0102 Combined Legal Text (Published with Final Change Report) 24.04.2023
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Problem Statement
In preparation for the implementation of R0032, Parties have identified areas of ambiguity with the approved solution. Following a review, the Code Manager confirmed that changes are required to the approved solution for R0032, which will ensure Parties have sufficient clarity to implement the required changes to their own systems and processes.
Stages Selection
R0102 Change Proposal Form (downloadable version) 23.03.2023
R0102 - Change Proposal Plan v1.0 (Approved) 06.04.2023
R0102 - Initial Assessment Report v1.0 (Approved) 06.04.2023
R0102 - Consolidated Impact Assessment Responses 14.04.2023
R0102 - Preliminary Change Report (Issued for Consultation) 14.04.2023
R0102 - Consolidated Consultation Responses
R0102 - Final Change Report v2.0 (Post-Vote) 26.04.2023
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required
Optional fuzzy searching in EES
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0098
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
08/11/2024 - This Change Proposal has been implemented as part of the November 2024 REC Release.
Summary
This change seeks to introduce new configuration settings in to the EES API - to enable a search to be exact or fuzzy.
Change Plan
Service Provider Impact Assessment window start
Completed
Start:
07 Mar 2023Due:
09 Oct 2023Completion:
09 Oct 2023Service Provider Impact Assessment window close
Completed
Start:
09 Oct 2023Due:
27 Dec 2023Completion:
24 Nov 2024Party Impact Assessment start
Completed
Start:
27 Dec 2023Due:
12 Jan 2024Completion:
12 Jan 2024Party Impact Assessment close
Completed
Start:
12 Jan 2024Due:
02 Feb 2024Completion:
02 Feb 2024Preliminary Change Report and Consultation issued
Completed
Start:
02 Feb 2024Due:
16 Feb 2024Completion:
16 Feb 2024Consultation close
Completed
Start:
16 Feb 2024Due:
08 Mar 2024Completion:
08 Mar 2024Final Change Report issued
Completed
Start:
08 Mar 2024Due:
15 Mar 2024Completion:
15 Mar 2024Responsible Committee decision
Completed
Start:
15 Mar 2024Due:
27 Mar 2024Completion:
27 Mar 2024Appeal window closure
Completed
Start:
27 Mar 2024Due:
12 Apr 2024Completion:
12 Apr 2024Impacted Consumers
Impacted REC Services
Impacted REC Parties and Market Participants
Status
Implementation Date
08 November 2024
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
|---|---|---|
| R0105 | Review of ONAGE SLAs |
|
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
- As a Consumer, I want to be able to switch my electricity easily and efficiently.
- As an organisation providing switching services, I want Consumers to be able to search addresses efficiently.
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
EES Technical Requirement Specification v0.2
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Document title
EES API Interface Specification v3.1.6 - Redline
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Problem Statement
Where a Consumer initiates a Switch through a Supplier, PCW or TPI that utilises the EES API address searches can fail as the API only undertakes “fuzzy” matching. Address Search errors will then need to go through an exception handling process creating an inefficiency and producing a loss of confidence in the Switching process.
Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
R0098 - Change Proposal Form 08.03.2023
R0098 - Change Proposal Plan (Approved) 17.10.2023
R0098 - Initial Assessment Report (Approved) 17.10.2023
R0098 Consolidated Party IA Responses v1.0_Non Confidential (16.02.2024)
R0098 - Preliminary Change Report v1.0 published for consultation (16.02.2024)
R0098 - Consolidated Consultation Responses_Non Confidential (15.03.2024)
R0098 - Final Change Report v2.0 Post-Vote (27.03.2024)
Company Name
GB Group plc
Review status
Review required
ERDS Upload File in the Data Specification and clarification of cancellation code
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0086
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
06/11/2023 - Withdrawal adoption window closed.
Summary
The MPAS/ERDS Upload file has historically been a part of the Data Specification however during transition from the MRA, the process has been omitted. This change seeks to restore the file to the specification. Secondly, the file previously provided a cancellation reason code for Switches. Under the current REC arrangements (i.e. since CSS go live) Reason codes are not provided and have been defaulting to W which indicated a reason of “withdrawn” which may now be misleading. This Change Proposal has been raised to address these issues
Impacted Consumers
Impacted REC Documents
Impacted REC Services
Impacted REC Parties and Market Participants
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Stages Selection
R0086 - Change Proposal Form (downloadable version)
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required
Changes to Supply Number Format for MHHS (Alternative)
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0083A
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
17/11/2023 - The Authority has rejected R0083A, but has approved R0083 for implementation on MHHS M8 *This Change Proposal is a consequential change from the Market-wide Half Hourly Settlement programme
Summary
The Electricity Supply License requires Suppliers to provide the Supply Number to each Consumer on every bill, or at least once per year where no bill has been sent. The Supply Number format is prescribed by the REC and is detailed in the Energy Market Data Specification. The MHHS design is changing the data associated with each individual metering point, including those data items currently displayed within the Supply Number top line. This is an Alternative Change Proposal to R0083, which proposes to replace the format of the top line in the Supply Number Format. This Change Proposal proposes to remove the top line completely from the S Number format. Both solutions are being progressed together to allow for a clear assessment of the benefits and drawbacks and impacts to consumers.
Original CP
Impacted Consumers
Impacted REC Services
Impacted REC Parties and Market Participants
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
- As an electricity Consumer I want to be able to provide my prospective Energy Supplier with the necessary information for them to provide a suitable tariff. As a Non-Domestic Consumer, I want to have the necessary information that will allow me to access tariff information, specific to my business, to help me manage my energy. As an electricity Consumer, I want to have access to the data that will help me appoint my own Metering Equipment Manager (MEM) where permitted.
- As a Supplier, I want to know how to populate and format the Supply Number, so that I can meet my obligations to include it in Consumer bills or statements. As a Third Party Intermediary (TPI), I want Consumers to be able to provide me with the right information to provide appropriate quotes.
- As an independent Distribution Network Operator, I want to be able to identify and use the DUoS Tariff Id so that I can provide transparency on charging that is being applied to my customers. As the Electricity Enquiry Service (EES) Provider, I want to know how to populate the Supply Number so that I can make it available on the EES
Problem Statement
The Market-wide Half Hourly Settlement design is impacting the Data Items that are used in the top line of the Supply Number, which Energy Suppliers are obliged to provide to Consumers at least once a year under their Licence. A revised definition of the Supply Number format is required so that Electricity Suppliers have a clear understanding of the approach to populating the Supply Number for metering points that have migrated to the new MHHS arrangements.
Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
R0083A - Change Proposal Form 05.12.2022
Decision to Reject Change Proposal R0083A - Change to Supply Number Format Alternate
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required
Formalising the Submission of PPMIP Unallocated Transaction Report (UTR) Files
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0082
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
09/04/2024 - Due to the MHHS impact on Service Providers, the technical code freeze and any MHHS impacts on the proposed solution, the Code Manager has reconsidered the priority of R0082 and believes that should be progressed following MHHS go-live. This Change Proposal has been withdrawn, and the Code Manager will consider raising a new change at the appropriate time following MHHS with consideration of the Codes Roadmap.
Summary
This CP seeks to address the following issues regarding the Unallocated Transaction Report (UTR) files provided by PPMIPs to the Code Manager each month: 1. There is no REC requirement for PPMIPs to submit a monthly file to the Code Manager 2. PPMIPs are currently submitting files in two different file formats 3. C&C is only able to load one of the two file formats The CP has been raised to introduce a requirement in the REC for PPMIPs to provide monthly Unallocated Transaction Report (UTR) files to the Code Manager in a single file format, set out in the REC Data Specification. With this format being one that can be loaded by C&C.
Change Plan
Solution analysis and development
Completed
Start:
28 Nov 2022Due:
12 Jan 2024Completion:
11 Jan 2024Service Provider Impact Assessment start date
Completed
Start:
12 Jan 2024Due:
15 Jan 2024Completion:
15 Jan 2024Service Provider Impact Assessment close
Completed
Start:
15 Jan 2024Due:
11 Mar 2024Completion:
11 Mar 2024Impacted REC Documents
Impacted REC Services
Impacted REC Parties and Market Participants
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
- As a PPMIP, I want to have clear guidance on how and when I should submit my Unallocated Transaction Report files.
- As a Supplier, I want to receive accurate Unallocated Transactions in relation to prepayment meters that are not smart meters.
- As the Code Manager, I want visibility of the Unallocated Transaction Report.
- As the EES Provider, I want to be able to efficiently upload the Unallocated Transaction Reports.
Problem Statement
PPMIPs aren’t submitting UTR files in the same format, and one of these formats cannot be loaded by the EES Provider. There is also no obligation in the REC for these reports to be provided.
Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
SME User
rosalind.timperley
R0082 - Change Proposal Form
R0082 - Change Proposal Plan (Approved) 17.10.2023
R0082 Initial Assessment Report (Approved) 17.10.2023
Company Name
REC Code Manager
Review status
Review required
DCC access to EES and GES
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0071
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
21/11/2023 - R0071 is approved by Change Panel for implementation in February release.
Summary
This Change seeks to create a new User Category in REC Schedule 12 – Data Access, to allow the Switching Service Desk to access the Gas and Electricity Enquiry Services (GES and EES). This would result in more expeditious Service Desk ticket resolution and a positive indirect impact on consumer outcomes.
Change Plan
Service Provider Impact Assessment Due
Completed
Start:
25 Sep 2022Due:
21 Sep 2023Completion:
Preliminary Change Report Issued
Completed
Start:
21 Sep 2023Due:
06 Oct 2023Completion:
Responsible Committee Review
Completed
Start:
06 Oct 2023Due:
17 Oct 2023Completion:
17 Oct 2023Consultation Issued
Completed
Start:
17 Oct 2023Due:
20 Oct 2023Completion:
20 Oct 2023Final Change Report Issued
Completed
Start:
20 Oct 2023Due:
10 Nov 2023Completion:
10 Nov 2023Responsible Committee Decision
Completed
Start:
10 Nov 2023Due:
21 Nov 2023Completion:
21 Nov 2023Impacted REC Documents
Impacted REC Services
Status
Implementation Date
23 February 2024
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
|---|---|---|
| R0100 | Update to Error Handling Documents |
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
- As a Consumer, I want data relating to my energy supply to be handled appropriately, so that I can have a consistent and faultless switching experience.
- As the Switching Service Desk, I want to be able to access market data that lets me resolve tickets first time, so that I can provide a more efficient service to users. As the GES Provider, I want my users to be able to access information that helps them fulfil their objectives, so that the service is used as efficiently as possible. As the EES Provider, I want my users to be able to access information that helps them fulfil their objectives, so that the service is used as efficiently as possible.
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0071 Proposed Legal Text
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Problem Statement
The Switching Service Desk generates and resolves tickets relating to Switching Incidents and Switching Data queries for Market Participants. GES and EES data is currently unavailable to the Switching Service Desk and access would allow them to resolve tickets more effectively, resulting in a more efficient service and better SLA performance.
Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
R0071 - Change Proposal Form
R0071 Change Proposal Plan v2.0 (Approved) - 05.09.2023
R0071 Initial Assessment Report v1.0 (Approved) - 01.08.2023
R0071 Preliminary Change Report v1.0 (Approved) - 17.10.23
R0071 Consolidated Consultation Responses v1.0 - 10.11.23
R0071 Final Change Report V1.0 (Post-Vote) 21.11.23
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required