New consultation: Reforming the energy industry codes

Many of the detailed rules that facilitate the gas and electricity markets are set out in ‘codes’ or rules governed by industry-led processes and overseen by Ofgem.

These rules need to adapt much more rapidly to enable the transition towards a more flexible energy system with net zero emissions, while minimising costs and protecting consumers.

Reforming the code governance framework could therefore better facilitate strategic changes in the sector, unlocking innovation and significant benefits to consumers.

This joint Ofgem and BEIS consultation seeks views on our proposals for reforming the code governance framework.

Please copy your responses to both BEIS and Ofgem

We would be grateful if you could copy your responses to both bodies:

Email: codereform@beis.gov.uk

Email: industrycodes@ofgem.gov.uk

See details of the joint government and Ofgem Energy Network Codes Review.