Decision on joint direction and Letter of Comfort requests on cut-over arrangements for new connection applications
Summary
Ofgem decision on joint direction and Letter of Comfort requests on cut-over arrangements for new networks. Cut-over is the operational handover when new transmission or distribution assets come into service.
Why it matters
Operational decision on how new network assets transition into service. Affects the precise timing of when ASTI projects start earning regulated returns and when consumers start paying through TNUoS/DUoS.
Areas affected
Memo
Decision on joint direction and Letter of Comfort requests on cut-over arrangements for new connection applications | Ofgem Please enable JavaScript in your web browser to get the best experience. BETA This site is currently in BETA. Help us improve by giving us your feedback . Close alert: Decision on joint direction and Letter of Comfort requests on cut-over arrangements for new connection applications Publication type: Decision Publication date: 15 January 2025 Topic: Electricity transmission, National Energy System Operator (NESO) Print this page Related links Decision on Joint Direction and Letter of Comfort requests on Transitional Arrangements for new connection applications Share the page Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn This letter sets out our support to National Energy System Operator (NESO) and Transmission Owners (TOs) in implementing a modification to the connections transitional arrangements at transmission. The proposal outlines a further set of activities required to transition into the new Connections Reform process, if approved, and take effect from 29 January 2025, consisting of three elements: Modifying the existing transitional offer process to apply only to new directly connected demand projects, until 21 March 2025 A “pause” in responding to all other applications An exceptions process to the pause to continue issuing firm offers for modification applications as specified in the request. The distribution application process will remain open as currently, although projects will not be sent to NESO for assessment after 29 January 2025. Ofgem’s decision letter sets out the justification for our decision, focusing on customer clarity and maximising the benefits associated with the prospective implementation of the TMO4+ Connections Reform, if approved. Main document Decision on a modification to transition to Connections Reform [PDF, 273.71KB] Subsidiary documents NESO and TOs request letter to Ofgem [PDF, 419.71KB] Print this page Related links Decision on Joint Direction and Letter of Comfort requests on Transitional Arrangements for new connection applications Share the page Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Close