Removing the Enumerations from Communications Method Data Item (J0386) to align with BSC CP 1594
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0164
Other Industry Codes impacted
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
23/08/2024 - This change was successfully implemented as part of the August 2024 Extraordinary REC Release on 23 August 2024.
Summary
BSC has raised Change Proposal CP1594 which seeks to create an approvals process and a valid set for communications method. This change is proposing to create an approvals process to allow for the managed end dating of older technologies, such as Public switched telephone network (PSTN), Circuit Switched Data (CSD) and later 2G, and the assessment of the validity of newer communications technologies, such as (but not exclusively) Narrow Band-Intern of Things (NBIoT) and Category M (CAT-M). The evolution of metering communication systems underscores the need for timely updates. Legacy systems risk inefficiencies and potential security vulnerabilities. Implementing an approval process, modelled on BSCP601, ensures a standardised approach to introducing new technologies and managing the exit of old ones. Further justifications include: • To allow for the centrally managed end-dating of redundant communications technologies in line with known deadlines for those technologies to become redundant and unreliable. • To allow for the wider industry education of newer types of communication technologies. • To create and expand the already existing central knowledge base of the evolution and attributes of newer communication technologies as they relate to Settlement Metering Equipment. • To ensure transparency for all industry participants on the newer communications types available and the dates for which legacy communications must be removed. CP1594 will create a valid set, linked to the new approval process and using Data Item J0386 as a conduit to detail the approved communication methods as well as end dates for communication methods which are becoming redundant and unreliable.
Change Plan
PARTY IMPACT ASSESSMENT ISSUED
Completed
Start:
16 Apr 2024Due:
25 Apr 2024Completion:
25 Apr 2024PRELIMINARY CHANGE REPORT AND CONSULTATION ISSUED
Completed
Start:
25 Apr 2024Due:
23 May 2024Completion:
23 May 2024FINAL CHANGE REPORT ISSUED
Completed
Start:
23 May 2024Due:
20 Jun 2024Completion:
20 Jun 2024RESPONSIBLE COMMITTEE DECISION
Completed
Start:
20 Jun 2024Due:
02 Jul 2024Completion:
02 Jul 2024Impacted Consumers
Impacted REC Parties and Market Participants
Status
Implementation Date
23 August 2024
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
|---|---|---|
| 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
- As a Supplier/DNO/MEM, I want to ensure that Market Messages I send or receive to contain up-to-date, accurate data, so that I am able to effectively engage with the wider industry.
- As a non-REC Party Service User I want to ensure that Market Messages I send or receive to contain up-to-date, accurate data, so that I am able to effectively engage with the wider industry.
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0164 - Draft Solution - J0386 Data Item - Data Spec Changes 22.05.24
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Problem Statement
The BSC are making changes to how permissible Outstation communication methods are captured and recorded within the industry. In order to align with these BSC led changes, the REC Data Specification must be reviewed in order to update the affected Data Item – DI50178 (J0386).
Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
SME Role
Lead Assurance Analyst
R0164 - Change Proposal Form (Word)
R0164 Change Proposal Form (PDF)
R0164 Change Proposal Plan (Approved) V1.0
R0164 Initial Assessment Report (Approved) V1.0
R0164 Consolidated Impact Assessment Responses v1.0 23.05.24
R0164 Preliminary Change Report (Published For Consultation) V1.0 23.05.24
R0164 Consolidated Consultation Responses v1.0 20.06.24
R0164 Final Change Report (Post-Vote) v1.0 03.07.24
Company Name
Elexon
Review status
Review required
Enabling Robotics for SDEP
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0161
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
24/03/26 - This Change is on hold pending the outcome of R0122 - SDEP Review Improvements
Summary
The Secure Data Exchange Portal (SDEP) is a mailbox that enables the transfer of sensitive customer related data in a way that ensures data is safe and secure. Suppliers are obliged to send and receive queries and escalations via the SDEP. Unfortunately, the SDEP has issues in bulk resolving processes which could be solved by the removal of the prohibition of the use of robotics. For example, there is no function to be able to retrieve cases specific to each team, work these and then automatically issue a response. Currently, to get the same kind of functionality, an agent or team lead would need to manually process. In another scenario, under REC schedule 30, as part of each of the processes, we are obliged to issue an escalation where there has been no response within set timeframes. Prior to SDEP implementation, we would be able to issue email escalations automatically where there was an absence of a response flow. With the SDEP this process is now manual: an agent will need to sign in to ECOES, navigate to the appropriate module, and input the data.
Impacted Consumers
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Stages Selection
CP Form Enabling Robotics for SDEP
Company Name
OVO Energy
Review status
Review required
Removal of Facsimile as a Method of Code Communication
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0157
Change Category
Other Industry Codes impacted
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
This Change Proposal was implemented as part of the 7 November 2025 REC Release.
Summary
The Public Switched Telephone Networks (PSTN) will be switched off in December 2025 by all telecom companies and will be replaced with an Internet Protocol (IP) digital network. Existing fax machines that are incompatible with new all IP digital networks will become obsolete and no longer capable of meeting Code Communications as prescribed in the REC. All communication methods referencing fax or facsimile will need to be removed and replaced with email (where this is not an existing option), unless an alternative form of communication is needed. Please note: The government have published preparatory guidance which includes migrating to IP-supported technology in advance of the planned decommissioning. UK transition from analogue to digital landlines - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) (“assets, facilities, systems, networks or processes and the essential workers that operate and facilitate them”) which is subdivided into 13 sectors including Energy, are advised to consider how they move to digital alternatives smoothly to avoid unnecessary interruption following the PSTN switch-off. Openreach's Energy Guidance Factsheet can be found in the CPs Accompanied Documents.
Change Plan
Preliminary Change Report and Consultation Issued
Completed
Start:
03 Jan 2024Due:
09 Feb 2024Completion:
09 Feb 2024Final Change Report Issued
Completed
Start:
23 Feb 2024Due:
12 Mar 2024Completion:
12 Mar 2024Responsible Committee Decision
Completed
Start:
12 Mar 2024Due:
19 Mar 2024Completion:
19 Mar 2024Appeal Window Closure
Not Started
Start:
19 Mar 2024Due:
02 Apr 2024Completion:
Consultation Close
Completed
Start:
09 Feb 2024Due:
23 Feb 2024Completion:
23 Feb 2024Impacted Consumers
Impacted REC Documents
Impacted REC Services
Impacted REC Parties and Market Participants
Status
Implementation Date
07 November 2025
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
|---|---|---|
| R0003 | Market-wide Half-Hourly Settlement Implementation |
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
- All communication methods referencing fax or facsimile will need to be removed and replaced with email
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
Existing References to Fax and "e-mail" in the REC (January 2024)
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Document title
R00157 - Legal Text Changes (All Affected REC Products and Documents)
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Problem Statement
Existing fax machines that are incompatible with new all IP digital networks will become obsolete and no longer capable of meeting Code Communications as prescribed in the REC
Stages Selection
CP Form - Removal of a Fax as a Code Communication method
R0157 - Change Proposal Plan V1.0 (Approved) 30.01.2024
R0157 - Initial Assessment Report V1.0 (Approved) 30.01.2024
R0157 - Consolidated Consultation Responses
R0157 - Preliminary Change Report V1.0 (For Consultation) 09.02.2024
R0157 - Final Change Report V2.0 (Post-Vote) 19.03.2024
Open Reach Energy Industry Factsheet
Company Name
REC Code Manager
Review status
Review required
Catering for Registration Events where the Incumbent Supplier deactivates prior to a Switch becoming effective
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0153
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
04/06/24 - This change has been withdrawn by the proposer and is being incorporated as part of R0178 - Improvements to CSS Business Process Logic. 03/05/2024 - An investigation was held into the requirements of this change and into other issues identified with the CSS Business Process and Logic. Landmark have provided data relating to the number of incidents for three different scenarios which had been identified. A discussion as held between the Code Manager, DCC and Landmark, and agreed that they will look to combine all identified issues into a new REC Change Proposal.
Summary
This change looks to resolve the issue for Registration Events where the incumbent Supplier deactivates prior to a Switch becoming effective. In some instances, the incumbent Supplier is withdrawing prior to the ‘Supply Effective from Date’ which causes the accepted Switch to fail at Gate Closure (17:00hrs) . An effective solution is to allow the consumer to Switch with the original effective date. There are a number of solution options to enable this to happen.
Impacted Consumers
Impacted REC Documents
Impacted REC Services
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Problem Statement
In some instances, the incumbent Supplier is withdrawing prior to the ‘Supply Effective from Date’ which causes the accepted Switch to fail at Gate Closure (17:00hrs).
Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
SME User
caroline.milner@capgemini.com
Catering for Registration of Events CP Form 24.11.2023
Company Name
Xoserve
Review status
Review required
Data Specification Update for Refresh Functionality
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0146
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
23/08/2024 - This change was successfully implemented as part of the August 2024 Extraordinary REC Release on 23 August 2024.
Summary
This change has been raised to update the Data Specification and to align it with the changes made during implementation of change proposal ‘R0067 – Introduction of CSS Refresh Functionality’.
Change Plan
Preliminary Change Report Published
Completed
Start:
21 Aug 2023Due:
16 May 2024Completion:
16 May 2024Consultation Issued
Completed
Start:
16 May 2024Due:
16 May 2024Completion:
16 May 2024Final Change Report Issued
Data Specification Update for Refresh Functionality > Change Plan
Start:
16 May 2024Due:
19 Jun 2024Completion:
Responsible Committee Decision
Data Specification Update for Refresh Functionality > Change Plan
Start:
19 Jun 2024Due:
26 Jun 2024Completion:
Impacted Consumers
Status
Implementation Date
23 August 2024
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
|---|---|---|
| R0103 | Central provision of DCC Technical Contacts for requesting test certificates |
|
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
- As a Market Participant, I need to understand any changes to Market Messages I send and receive that may impact my business, so I can engage in the change process and plan any required changes to my systems and processes.
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0146 Solution Development Report
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Document title
R0146 Attachment A - Proposed Data Specification Changes
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Problem Statement
Following implementation of R0067, a small number of Market Messages and Data Items need to be appropriately reflected within the Data Specification.
Stages Selection
R0146 - Change Proposal Form
R0146 - Change Proposal Plan v1.0 (Approved)
R0146 - Initial Assessment Report v1.0 (Approved)
R0146 - Preliminary Change Report v1.0
R0146 Final Change Report (Post-Vote) v1.0 26.06.2024
Company Name
Code Manager
Review status
Review required
Allowing different Metering Equipment Managers (MEMs) to be appointed to Import and Export Metering Points
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0144
Change Category
Other Industry Codes impacted
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
17/02/2025 - R0144 has been withdrawn by the Proposer, alongside it's joint BSC Change P459, as they cannot be progressed prior to MHHS. The Proposer will look to re-raise both changes in the future. The adoption window for this withdrawal has closed.
Summary
The Export Supplier needs to be able to appoint different MEMs to that of the Import Supplier
Impacted Consumers
Impacted 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 Consumer, I want a competitive Export market so I can get the best rates for the energy I generate. I want clear metering equipment ownership so I can be confident my meter is functional and safe. I want accurate billing from my Export Supplier.
- As an Export Supplier, I want to be able to appoint the MEM that ties in with my commercial strategy.
- As a MEM, I want clear guidance on the responsibilities I have for any metering equipment I am appointed to.
Problem Statement
Export Suppliers may become non-compliant with industry regulations if they are unable to appoint the same MEM as the Import Supplier, for example when the Consumer switches Import Supplier or when the Import Supplier changes the appointed MEM.
Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
SME User
maxime.van-eyseren@capgemini.com
Change Proposal Form
R0144 Change Proposal Plan Withdrawal v1.0 (Pre Approval)
R0144 Change Proposal Plan v1.0 (16.04.2024) Approved
R0144 Initial Assessment Report v1.0 (16.04.2024) Approved
Company Name
REC Code Manager
Review status
Review required
Housekeeping amendments
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0140
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
03/11/23 - This change was implemented on 03 November 2023 as part of the November 2023 REC Release
Summary
The Code Manager has identified a number of typographical and formatting errors, as well as opportunities to provide clarity, improve consistency and accuracy across the REC Services and products. These changes have been assessed as meeting the criteria to be progressed via a Housekeeping Change Proposal. Schedule 27 – RMP Lifecycle Schedule 1 – Interpretations and Definitions Schedule 5 – Change Management Schedule 9 – Qualification and Maintenance
Change Plan
Publish House Keeping Change Report
Completed
Start:
11 Aug 2023Due:
08 Sep 2023Completion:
08 Sep 2023Responsible Committee decision
Completed
Start:
08 Sep 2023Due:
19 Sep 2023Completion:
19 Sep 2023Implemented
Completed
Start:
19 Sep 2023Due:
03 Nov 2023Completion:
03 Nov 2023Impacted Consumers
Status
Implementation Date
03 November 2023
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
|---|---|---|
| R0104 | Clarifying requirement for continuous billing following an Erroneous Switch |
Documents
| Name | Version | Last updated | Actions |
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| 1.0 | 08 Jun 2026 |
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| 1.0 | 08 Jun 2026 |
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Implementation Status
Date Raised
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0140 Final Draft Legal text
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Problem Statement
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 and consistency errors. It also provides an opportunity to introduce necessary clarifications.
Stages Selection
R0140 - Housekeeping Change Report v1.0 (Approved) 19.09.23
Company Name
Gemserv
Review status
Review required
Introducing Third Party Intermediary (energy broker) assurance and accreditation
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0137
Change Category
Urgent
No
Latest Update
16/05/2025 - The Authority has published their decision to reject R0137 and R0137A.
Summary
This change seeks to expand the obligation for Energy Suppliers to only work with TPIs who are adhering to principles as set out in the REC TPI Code of Practice to all Non-Domestic Consumers. It also looks to reduce the burden on Energy Suppliers having to perform their own audits by introducing a REC Services Accreditation Scheme and allowing companies to qualify as an Industry-Recognised Accreditation Body.
Change Plan
Service Provider Impact Assessment opens
Completed
Start:
20 Jul 2023Due:
05 Jul 2024Completion:
05 Jul 2024Service Provider Impact Assessment closes
Completed
Start:
05 Jul 2024Due:
09 Aug 2024Completion:
06 Aug 2024Party Impact Assessment opens
Completed
Start:
09 Aug 2024Due:
16 Aug 2024Completion:
15 Aug 2024Party Impact Assessment closes
Completed
Start:
16 Aug 2024Due:
09 Sep 2024Completion:
09 Sep 2024Preliminary Change Report Issued
Completed
Start:
09 Sep 2024Due:
08 Oct 2024Completion:
08 Oct 2024Responsible Committee Review
Completed
Start:
08 Oct 2024Due:
15 Oct 2024Completion:
15 Oct 2024Consultation opens
Completed
Start:
15 Oct 2024Due:
18 Oct 2024Completion:
17 Oct 2024Consultation closes
Not Started
Start:
18 Oct 2024Due:
08 Nov 2024Completion:
Responsible Committee Decision
Not Started
Start:
10 Dec 2024Due:
17 Dec 2024Completion:
Final Change Report issued
Not Started
Start:
08 Nov 2024Due:
10 Dec 2024Completion:
Sent to Authority for Determination
Not Started
Start:
17 Dec 2024Due:
18 Dec 2024Completion:
Alternative Change Proposals
Impacted Consumers
Impacted REC Documents
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
- As a Non-Domestic Consumer, I want to work with TPIs who are demonstrating best practice standards within the market.
- As a Non-Domestic Energy Supplier, I want clear obligations around my use of TPIs so I can demonstrate best practice standards within the market and ensure my audit obligations are met.
- As RECCo, I want to provide an assurance and accreditation scheme to register TPIs to remove the burden of Suppliers having to individually audit TPIs.
- As a Third Party Intermediary, I want clear obligations so I can become accredited and assure that Suppliers and Non-Domestic Consumers are receiving best practice standards within the market.
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
Legal Text for Party IA.zip
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Document title
R0137 Legal Text for Consultation
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Document title
R0137 Legal Text - Final
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Problem Statement
Non-Domestic Consumers have more limited protections than Domestic and Microbusiness Consumers in the energy market, and so may not always experience best practice from all parties they interact with. The aim is to expand these protections while limiting the audit burdens on Suppliers and TPIs.
Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Assurance Analyst
SME User
amoden@deloitte.co.uk
R0137 - Change Proposal Form External
R0137 Change Proposal Plan v1.0 (Approved)
R0137 Initial Assessment Report v1.1 (Approved)
R0137 Consolidated Impact Assessment Responses PUBLIC
R0137 and R0137A Change Report (For Consultation) V1.0
R0137 &R0137A Consolidated Consultation Responses PUBLIC v1.0
R0137 and R0137A Change Report (Post Vote) V1.0
Authority decision on REC modification proposal R0137 and R0137A
Company Name
RECCo
Review status
Review required
Add DESNZ to Schedule 12
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0135
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
22/03/2024 - Withdrawn.
Summary
Empty
Impacted Consumers
Impacted REC Documents
Impacted REC Services
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Stages Selection
R0135 - Change Proposal Form
Company Name
BEIS (Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy)
Review status
Review required
Updates to the Data Access Matrix
Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0130
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
21/05/2024 - This change proposal has been withdrawn and the adoption window is closed. There is no longer the requirement for the requester to have Enquiry Services Data.
Summary
There are organisations that are named in Schedule 12 - Data Access that are not recorded in the gas and/or electricity Data Access Matrix (DAM). This means it is not possible for the Code Manager to provision them access. All organisations listed in Schedule 12 to access data in the REC should have an entry in the Data Access Matrices. This Change Proposal has been raised to review the Schedule and DAMs and take forward the necessary changes.
Impacted Consumers
Impacted REC Documents
Impacted REC Parties and Market Participants
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Stages Selection
R0130 - Change Proposal form (downloadable version) 16.06.2023
Company Name
REC Code Manager
Review status
Review required