Policy paper

Bill discounts for transmission network infrastructure: scheme design update

The scheme design for a bill discount scheme for households closest to new and significantly upgraded electricity transmission infrastructure.

• From: Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
• Published: 27 July 2026

Applies to England, Scotland and Wales

Documents

Scheme design for bill discounts for new transmission network infrastructure – update

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Details

This policy paper provides further detail on the bill discount scheme for transmission network infrastructure. Expanding on the scheme design set out in the government response, it sets out the government’s position on:

• eligibility
• scheme administration
• payment arrangements
• compliance
• funding.

Published 27 July 2026