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An outline of the process for ensuring fair distribution of electricity rationing during a prolonged electricity shortage.
Revised April 2026 Introduction 1.1. The Electricity Supply Emergency Code…
The Capacity Market Rules provide the detail for implementing the operating framework set out in regulations.
Outcome of Contracts for Difference (CfD) Allocation Round 7 which commenced on 24 July 2025.
The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero has today, 14 January…
Map showing nuclear power stations in the UK.
Details of the offshore search and rescue courses for the energy industries, provided by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).
Outcome of Contracts for Difference (CfD) Allocation Round 6 which commenced on 27 March 2024.
Declarations between the UK and North Seas countries at the 3rd North Sea Summit, Hamburg, Germany, January 2026.
This document provides general guidance to electricity companies that propose applying to the Secretary of State for the grant of a necessary…
Contracts for Difference final versions of the Standard Terms and Conditions for use in CfD Allocation Round 6 (AR6).
The joint government and Ofgem Technical Decision Document confirms details of the Long Duration Electricity Storage (LDES) cap and floor scheme and how it will operate.
This guidance is about varying consents which have been granted under section 36 of the Electricity Act 1989 for the construction or extension, and operation, of electricity generating stations
Guidance for independent energy suppliers, key documents and events that impact on independent suppliers. Contact details for relevant policy leads.
DECC has today at 7AM published the outcome of the first CFD allocation round.
Guidance on the reporting and verification mechanism for carbon emissions in the Capacity Market (CM).
High level policy principles for compliance with the Network and Information Systems (NIS) Regulations 2018, for operators in energy sector.
The Fuel Security Code is used to help minimise the impact of an electricity or gas supply emergency
Details of the Supply Chain Plan application process for the Contracts for Difference (CfD) allocation round 8 for large-scale solar and onshore wind applicants.
Use this technical documentation for individual returns if you're a software developer working with the Self Assessment online service.
This subsidy scheme will enable continued support to the development of the proposed new nuclear power plant Sizewell C to the point of a final investment decision (FID).
Guidance on community benefits and engagement for onshore wind farm developers, communities living near wind farms, and local authorities in England.
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