REC Metering Expert Panel

The AMO is pleased to announce that Dean Berry, AMO Vice Chair, and Martin Brailsford, AMO Consultant, have been successfully voted onto the Retail Energy Code (REC) Metering Expert Panel.

The REC Metering Expert Panel plays a pivotal role in shaping the governance and evolution of metering provisions under the REC. Its key responsibilities include:

  • Reviewing Change Proposals: Evaluating preliminary Change Reports from the Code Manager and confirming consultation plans.
  • Voting on Changes: Approving or rejecting REC Change Proposals, including amendments to Market Domain Data tables, and making recommendations to the Authority where appropriate.
  • Operational Oversight: Addressing operational issues related to REC metering, proposing industry-wide solutions, and escalating risks when necessary.
  • Maintaining Guidance: Ensuring the upkeep of Category 3 operational products and guidance documents as outlined in the REC Baseline Statement.

These appointments reflect Dean and Martin’s valuable expertise and their continued commitment to advancing metering standards and operational excellence across the energy sector.

June 2025 REC Release

The June 2025 REC Release will be implemented next week, on 27 June 2025. Further information on the Change Proposals that are being implemented as part of this Release are available on the Code Releases page of the REC Portal.

The REC Baseline Statement will also be updated to reflect the new version numbers of the updated products and will be implemented as part of the June 2025 Release.

Ahead of the release, the Code Managed hosted the June 2025 REC Release Webinar on 10 June 2025 which provided an overview of the Change Proposals included in the June 2025 REC Release, along with the opportunity to raise questions to the Change Delivery and Release team. The recording and slide pack are now available on the Event Page on the REC Portal.

The Code Manager has also released the latest REC Podcast Episode, which explores all the changes to be implemented in the upcoming June Release. Listen to the episode on the dedicated Blog Post on the REC Portal.

Gemserv Talan Rebrand

Gemserv are pleased to share an important milestone in our journey with the AMO. As part of our continued evolution and growth, Gemserv Limited will be rebranding to Talan, effective Monday, 30th June 2025.

Over the past 23 years, Gemserv has grown in response to the evolving needs of the industries we serve. This rebrand reflects our broader scope of services and our commitment to delivering innovative, high-quality solutions under the Talan name.

From 30th June, you will begin to see our new branding across all communications, documents, and our website.

This will mean the AMO will be getting a new email address and details of this will be shared shortly.

We are committed to ensuring a smooth and seamless transition. If you have any questions or need further information, don’t hesitate to reach out to the AMO Team.

Thank you for your continued support and we look forward to this exciting new chapter as Talan.

Warm regards,

Martin Brailsford

REC Upcoming Meetings and Events

  • 04 March 2025 – REC Change Panel
  • 04 March 2025 – Performance Assurance Webinar (10:00 – 11:30)
  • 06 March 2025 – Change Issues Group
  • 12 March 2025 – Metering Expert Panel
  • 12 March 2025 – Gas Operational Metering Forum
  • 13 March 2025 – R0155 – Change of Occupier: Evidentiary Standards and Timescales Webinar (13:00 – 14:00)
  • 14 March 2025 – REC Issues Group
  • 20 March 2025 – Introduction to the REC Webinar (11:00 – 12:30)
  • 25 March 2025 – Performance Assurance Board
  • 26 March 2025 – Technical Expert Panel
  • 26 March 2025 – Theft Issues Group

REC Committees

Within the past week, the Code Manager has published the below REC Committees documentation on the REC Portal.

  • Final Minutes have been published following the Performance Assurance Board on 28 January 2025.
  • Final Minutes have been published following the Technical Expert Panel on 29 January 2025.
  • Headline Report has been published following the Performance Assurance Board on 25 February 2025.
  • Headline Report has been published following the Technical Expert Panel on 26 February 2025.
  • Headline Report has been published following the Theft Issues Group on 26 February 2025.
  • Agenda and Papers have been published ahead of the REC Change Panel on 04 March 2025.
  • Agenda and Papers have been published ahead of the Change Issues Group on 06 March 2025.

DCP419 Pre-Notifications of Planned Supply De-Energisations (REC Issue I0216)

DCUSA change DCP419 – Pre-Notifications of Planned Supply De-Energisations is looking to place obligations on any Party or agent to update the DNO before any planned de-energisation or communications interruptions on sites with a Smart Meter. This is to allow DNOs to be able to manage any off-supply notifications.

I0216 – REC Changes to tie in with DCP419 has been raised to make the appropriate changes to the REC in due course, but for now, discussions are being led by DCUSA through a DCP419 working group. MOAs and SIPs, or any Market Participant with an interest in I0216, are invited to attend the DCP419 working group.

The next working group is scheduled to be held on 03 February 2025 between 13:00 – 16:00. If you would like to attend this working group, please contact DCUSA@electralink.co.uk.

Blog ; Energy Plunges Bring Benefits and Challenges for Consumers in Great Britain

Consumers across Great Britain have once again found themselves in a fortunate position as energy prices plunged into the negatives over the weekend. Thanks to a combination of high winds and low temperatures, there was a surplus of energy, resulting in electricity prices dropping below zero. And it seems like déjà vu as tonight, following earlier storms in the week, we’re in for another round of negative prices.

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