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Please note, Version 3.017 of the Central Products List (CPL) is now available. The new workbook can be downloaded here.
Change Summary
- One SMETS2 PPMID added
Industry Change
REC Committees
Within the past week, the Code Manager has published the below REC Committees documentation on the REC Portal.
- Draft Minutes have been published following the Theft Issues on 25 September 2024.
- Headline Report has been published following the REC Change Panel on 01 October 2024.
- Agenda and Papers have been published ahead of the Metering Expert Panel on 09 October 2024.
- Agenda and Papers have been published ahead of the Electricity Operating Metering Forum on 09 October 2024
REC Podcast Episode
The REC Code Manager has released its latest podcast. In this episode, Paul Rocke is joined by Vaishnavi Sharma as they explore the REC Performance Assurance Framework, and some of its key documents that have recently been through their annual review. Listen to the episode on the Podcast Page on the REC Portal.
REC Portal and Digital Navigator Improvements Drop-in Session
The Code Manager hosted a Drop-in Session on 26 September 2024, where REC Parties had the opportunity to speak directly to the Portal and Digital Navigator team to ask questions on the new improvements on the REC Portal. Take a look at the recording of the session on the Event Page on the REC Portal.
Upcoming REC Meetings and Events
Keep up to date with REC meetings and events with these dates for your diary:
- 09 October 2024 – Metering Expert Panel
- 11 October 2024 – REC Issues Group
- 15 October 2024 – REC Change Panel
- 29 October 2024 – Performance Assurance Board
- 30 October 2024 – Technical Expert Panel
- 30 October 2024 – Theft Issues Group
- 31 October 2024 – November 2024 REC Release Drop-in Session
- 06 November 2024 – REC Engagement Day
- 07 November 2024 – REC Change Issues Group
End of the Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS)
The Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) is set to end on June 30, 2025. This service uses radio signals to switch some electricity meters between peak and off-peak rates. The shutdown means that homes and businesses using RTS meters will need to upgrade to smart meters to avoid disruptions to their heating and hot water systems.
Ofgem, along with energy suppliers and other stakeholders, has formed the RTS Taskforce to support consumers through this transition. They are working to ensure all RTS meters in Great Britain are upgraded before the service ends.
End of the Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS): what we’re doing to help | Ofgem
REC Consultations Published
The following Consultations have been published and can be accessed from the Consultations Register on the REC Portal.
I0200 – Improving address management targets: Working Group
There has been progress resolving address data issues, however there is no mechanism to clearly establish Code level targets for address improvement, or overall market performance, which focus on the causes or significance of the mismatch. I0200 has been raised by the Code Manager to review this. The review has no set solution and is looking for input from Suppliers, Gas Transporters, MEMs, DCC, Shippers, TPIs, and members of the Connections Operations Group.
Following initial discussions at the September Change Issue Group, a Working Group will be established with sessions taking place on the first Thursday of the month, commencing on the 07 November at 11:30 and are expected to last approximately 1 hour.
Stakeholders are invited to sign up to attend the working group by 25 October 2024 by emailing committees@recmanager.co.uk
RECCo Roadshow
RECCo is hosting a series of events across the UK in Manchester, Birmingham and London from 16 – 31 October 2024 to update stakeholders on the work they have been doing in the past year and future plans. These events will provide a unique opportunity to engage face-to-face. This year, the focus will be on how stakeholder feedback has directly influenced RECCo’s key strategic priority: Delivering Service Excellence.
Below are the dates for the upcoming events:
- Manchester – 16 October 2024
- Birmingham – 24 October 2024
- London – 31 October 2024
Please note that all workshops will be held between 10:00 to 16:30, with registration starting at 09:30. Due to the interactive nature of the events, there will not be any dial-in options available.
Visit the RECCo Roadshow page to learn more information and register your interest.
C3-00097 – Retail Risk Register
A Category 3 Change Proposal has been raised C3-00097 – Retail Risk Register, following a review of the REC Retail Risk Register by the Code Manager and PAB.
The proposed changes cover:
- A review of the layout of the risk register to improve readability.
- Improved mapping of risks from a macro level view through to individual REC Processes and Services.
- Mapping of Retail Risks with improvement initiatives that form a part of the REC Performance Assurance Operating Plan as well as wider change initiatives governed under the REC.
The Code Manager has issued a Consultation offering REC Parties an opportunity to feedback on the updates made to the Retail Risk Register.
A Category 3 Change Proposal has been raised C3-00097 – Retail Risk Register, following a review of the REC Retail Risk Register by the Code Manager and PAB.
The proposed changes cover:
- A review of the layout of the risk register to improve readability.
- Improved mapping of risks from a macro level view through to individual REC Processes and Services.
- Mapping of Retail Risks with improvement initiatives that form a part of the REC Performance Assurance Operating Plan as well as wider change initiatives governed under the REC.
The Code Manager has issued a Consultation offering REC Parties an opportunity to feedback on the updates made to the Retail Risk Register.