Clarification of in-year amendments to the CRS budget
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0319
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
This Change Proposal has been implemented as part of the June 2026 REC Release.
Summary
Clause 9 of the REC currently sets out that any amendments to the approved CRS budget for each Financial Year may only be amended through a REC Change Proposal. The intention of this Clause was to ensure that any additional funding required by the CRS Provider, outside of the approved budget cycle, was subject to appropriate scrutiny, consultation and approval under REC governance. This was not intended to apply to a scenario where the CRS Provider expects to significantly underspend against the approved budget.
Status
Implementation Date
26 June 2026
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
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| R0103 | Central provision of DCC Technical Contacts for requesting test certificates |
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Implementation Status
Date Raised
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0319 Legal Text For Consultation
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R0319 Legal Text For Final Recommendation
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Problem Statement
This Change Proposal seeks to amend clause 9 of the REC Main Body to not require a Change Proposal to be raised to facilitate an in-year reduction to the CRS budget.
Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
SME Role
Lead Assurance Analyst
R0319 submission form
R0316 Change Report (Proposal Plan and Consultation) v1.1 Approved 07.04.26
R0319 - Consolidated Consultation Responses v1.0
R0319 Change Report (Final Recommendation) v1.1 Pre-Approval
R0319 Change Report (Final Recommendation) v1.0 Approved 190526
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required
Number of Displayed Register Digits Data Item linkage
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0317
Change Category
Other Industry Codes impacted
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
11/05/2026 - The appeal window has now closed. This Change will be implemented on 6 November 2026.
Summary
A Data Integration Platform (DIP) Data Item, DI-091 ‘Number of Displayed Register Digits’ that was implemented as part of MHHS has been incorrectly linked to the existing J0478 ‘Number of Register Digits’ in the Energy Market Data Specification, instead of the existing J2313 ‘Number of Displayed Register Digits’.
Status
Implementation Date
06 November 2026
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
- The proposed solution is to conduct a correction exercise to unlink the DIP Data Item DI-091 ‘Number of Displayed Register Digits’ from the Data Item J0478 and it should then instead be linked to the Data Item J2313.
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0317 Draft Legal Text 23.02.2026.zip
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R0317_Draft Legal Text (For Consultation)_v0.2
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R0317_Draft Legal Text (For Final Recommendation)_v1.0
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Problem Statement
A linkage error has been identified as part of BSC CP1622 and REC Change Proposal R0300 where the DIP Data Item DI-091 has been incorrectly linked to the existing J0478 ‘Number of Register Digits’ in the EMDS at MHHS Go-Live, instead of the existing J2313 ‘Number of Displayed Register Digits’. As a result, contrary to the MHHS design and intended linkage, the EMDS incorrectly details the DI-091 in DIP interfaces, including the IF-005 and IF-006 (both REC-owned) and several other DIP Interfaces, even though the DIP reference appears correct (DI-091). It is important that EMDS is an accurate reflection of Market Messages and Data Items. Without correction this Issue may cause issues to future market entrants.
Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
SME Role
Lead Assurance Analyst
R0317 submission form
R0317_Consolidated Consultation Responses_PUBLIC
R0317_Change Report (Final Recommendation) v1.0 Approved 27.05.26
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required
Clarification of Data Items within the Payment Method Levelisation Supplier Data Reporting Specification
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0316
Change Category
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
This Change Proposal has been implemented as part of the June 2026 REC Release.
Summary
The definition of certain data items within the PML schedule is currently ambiguous and open to misinterpretation by Suppliers, which may result in inconsistent data submissions and a consequential variation in the allocation of scheme debits and credits.
Impacted REC Parties and Market Participants
Status
Implementation Date
26 June 2026
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
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| R0103 | Central provision of DCC Technical Contacts for requesting test certificates |
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Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0316 Legal Text For Consultation
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Document title
CODE_YYYYMM[_x]
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Problem Statement
There is a lack of clarity in REC Schedule 31 – Payment Method Levelisation Reconciliation around the definition of Primary Meter Points, which has led to inconsistent data submission and consequential variation in the allocation of PML scheme debits and credits.
Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
SME Role
Lead Assurance Analyst
R0316 submission form
R0316 Guidance for Suppliers
R0316 Change Report (Proposal Plan and Consultation)
R0316 Consolidated Consultation Responses V1.0 (26.03.2026)
R0316 Change Report (Final Recommendation) v1.0 Approved 07.04.2026
R0316 Authority Decision
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required
CoMCoP 2-year Audit Cycles
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0311
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
This Change Proposal has been implemented as part of the June 2026 REC Release.
Summary
Renewal audits under the Consolidated Metering Code of Practice (CoMCoP) are consistently delivered on a 2 year cycle and include both a desktop audit and a site audit. However, Schedule 15 currently does not explicitly define this.
Impacted REC Documents
Impacted REC Parties and Market Participants
Status
Implementation Date
26 June 2026
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
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| R0103 | Central provision of DCC Technical Contacts for requesting test certificates |
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Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
- An update to the REC Schedule 15 - Metering Accreditation
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0311_Draft legal text (For Final Recommendation)
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Problem Statement
The current lack of explicit wording in the Metering Accreditation Schedule of both a desktop and site audits that need to be completed one year after the initial accreditation, and then every two years for renewals introduces ambiguity for future audit delivery undertaken under CoMCoP as it creates a gap between operational practice and the codified baseline. This could potentially lead to inconsistent approaches by Parties, which in turn could reduce the consistency, predictability, and effectiveness of the industry’s audit and assurance framework.
Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
SME Role
Lead Assurance Analyst
R0311 submission form
Draft legal text (On submission)
R0311 Draft legal text (For Consultation)
R0311_Change Report (Final Recommendation)_v1.1 (13 May 2026)
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required
Addition of value 11 to data item J0418
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0310
Change Category
Other Industry Codes impacted
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
This Change Proposal has been implemented as part of the June 2026 REC Release.
Summary
To add value 11 to the valid set value for data item J0418 – Meter COP. Unable to update Meter technical details (MTD's), the D0268 flow, as specified under BSCP603/7 via the DTN as the AMVLP. The appointed agent will not be able to automatically process or upload the flows received to their systems due to validation errors.
Impacted REC Documents
Impacted REC Services
Impacted REC Parties and Market Participants
Status
Implementation Date
26 June 2026
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
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| R0103 | Central provision of DCC Technical Contacts for requesting test certificates |
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Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
SME Role
Lead Assurance Analyst
R0310 submission form
R0310 Proposed changes to REC Data Specification
R0310 Change Report (Proposal Plan and Consultation) Approved 17.03.26
R0310 Consolidated Consultation Responses
R0310 Change Report (Final Recommendation) Post-vote
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required
Update CCSG ToRs to include cross-code prioritisation as per Code Reform
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0308
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
This Change Proposal has been implemented as part of the June 2026 REC Release.
Summary
As part of the Ofgem Code Reform which looks to standardise how changes and modifications are prioritised across all Codes, there is confirmation that for cross-code changes the prioritisation will be set by the Lead Code with all non-lead Codes using the same prioritisation.
Status
Implementation Date
26 June 2026
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
|---|---|---|
| R0103 | Central provision of DCC Technical Contacts for requesting test certificates |
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Implementation Status
Date Raised
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
CCSG - Terms of Reference - Legal Text R0308
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Problem Statement
Failing to update the CCSG Terms of Reference could result in unintentional ambiguity and leave no place within any Code to record the requirement for all codes to align with the prioritisation of the lead code.
Stages Selection
I0308 submission form
Consolidated Consultation Responses
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required
Release and Licensing of the CoMCoP Logo for Accredited Parties
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0307
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
This Change Proposal has been implemented as part of the June 2026 REC Release.
Summary
Although a CoMCoP logo was trademarked prior to the launch of the CoMCoP in April 2023, the logos have not yet been made available for use.
Status
Implementation Date
26 June 2026
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
|---|---|---|
| R0103 | Central provision of DCC Technical Contacts for requesting test certificates |
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Implementation Status
Date Raised
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0307 Proposed Legal Drafting
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Document title
R0307 Proposed Legal Drafting Extract
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Document title
R0307 Schedule 1 Proposed legal drafting
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Document title
R0307 Schedule 15 Proposed legal drafting
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Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
SME Role
Lead Assurance Analyst
R0307 submission form
R0307 Change Report (Proposal Plan and Consultation)
R0307 Change Report (Final Recommendation) V1.1
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required
REC Change to Align with DCP467 Asset Condition Reporting
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0306
Change Category
Other Industry Codes impacted
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
08/07/2026 - the Metering Expert Panel approved the Update to Plan.
Summary
DCUSA change DCP467 has been raised to propose that Category A and B defects reported currently using the Asset Condition Report (D0135) or phone call to the DNO, should instead be reported via an online reporting tool where the DNO has one available. This is expected to have impacts to the REC.
Impacted REC Parties and Market Participants
Status
Implementation Date
06 November 2026
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
I0306 STIRG Guidance Document draft V0.1
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Document title
I0306 Data Spec changes v0.1
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Document title
R0306 STIRG Guidance Document draft V0.2
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R0306 Data Spec changes V0.2
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Problem Statement
Where DNOs have enhanced reporting tools for Category A or Category B situations, it is not mandatory for Parties to submit reports using this method. This may lead to a detrimental Consumer experience, as it is limited what information can be provided over the telephone or via Market Message (e.g. it is not possible to provide photographs of the situation).
Stages Selection
I0306 submission form
I0306 Change Report (Proposal Plan) V1.0 approved 03.02.26
I0306 Consolidated Impact Assessment Responses V1.0
R0306 Change Report (For Consultation) V1.1
R0306 Consolidated Consultation Responses v1.1 PUBLIC
R0306 Change Proposal Re-Plan v1.0 approved 08.07.26
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required
Amendments to D0312 to align with BSC CP1622
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0300
Change Category
Other Industry Codes impacted
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
This Change Proposal has been implemented as part of the June 2026 REC Release.
Summary
Elexon have raised CP1622 to amend the Validation rules within the Supplier Meter Registration Service (SMRS) for the Number of Register Digits Data Item within the IF-005 Market Message, to allow digit values from 1–9, ensuring accurate data and reducing exceptions. There are no Validation rules related to the D0312 Market Message which need to be amended under the Balancing and Settlement Code (BSC), but the D0312 itself contains a Data Item Rule regarding the Number of Displayed Register Digits which needs to be amended in line with CP1622.
Impacted REC Parties and Market Participants
Status
Implementation Date
26 June 2026
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
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| R0103 | Central provision of DCC Technical Contacts for requesting test certificates |
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Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
Amendments to D0312 red-lined data spec V0.1
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Amendments to D0312 red-lined data spec V0.2
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20260205 CP1622 R0300 industry workshop slides
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Problem Statement
BSC CP1622 is looking to address that SMRS cannot accurately update the Number of Displayed Register Digits for a SMETS2 Smart Electricity Meter due to Validation rules currently in place. The Validation rules proposed to be amended are those on the IF-005, which has direct impacts to the D0312.
Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
SME Role
Lead Assurance Analyst
R0300 submission form
R0300 Change Report (Proposal Plan) V1.0
R0300 Consolidated Impact Assessment Responses PUBLIC v1.0
R0300 Update to Plan V1.0 approved 19.03.26
R0300 Change Report (For Consultation) V1.1
R0300 Consolidated Consultation Responses V1.0
R0300 Change Report (Final Recommendation) V1.0 approved 29.04.26
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required
Data Latency Targets for the GES Service Definition
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0299
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
This Change Proposal has been implemented as part of the June 2026 REC Release.
Summary
R0277 – Data Latency SLA alignment for Gas Enquiry Service amended two performance levels within the Gas Enquiry Service (GES) Service Definition. However, these changes only addressed ambiguity on when the performance level applied from and to and increased the number of hours in which data will be available to Authorised Persons within the Supply Point Switching API. This change will seek to support the changes made under R0277 whilst also providing a suitable percentage SLA target for the Gas Enquiry Service Provider to meet these measures.
Status
Implementation Date
26 June 2026
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
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| R0103 | Central provision of DCC Technical Contacts for requesting test certificates |
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Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0299 Legal Text for Consultation
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Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
SME Role
Lead Assurance Analyst
R0299 submission form
R0299 Change Report v1.0 (Consultation) APPROVED
R0299 Change Report (Final Recommendation) v1.0 APPROVED
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required