The holiday season is a time for joy, celebration, and spending quality moments with loved ones. However, it’s also a time when accidents tend to increase. Our Chair highlighted some surprising statistics to remind us all to stay safe during Christmas:
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REC Notice of Rejection
On 11 September 2024, the REC Metering Expert Panel voted to reject Change Proposal R0105 – Review of ONAGE SLAs in line with the Code Manager’s recommendation. Read more
REC Consultations Published
The following Consultations have been published and can be accessed from the Consultations Register on the REC Portal. Read more
REC Impact Assessments
The following Impact Assessment has been published and can be accessed from the Impact Assessments Register, on the REC Portal.
SSC Briefing – Security Alert
Please see below an SSC Briefing Note alerting smart metering parties and organisations to NCSC advice to take immediate action to mitigate against vulnerabilities affecting Cisco devices, running Adaptive Security Applicant (ASA) & Firepower Threat Defence (FTD) software.
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R0093 – Authority decision to reject appeal
On 21 March 2024, the REC Authority issued its decision to reject an appeal raised on Change Proposal R0093 – Uplift to CSS Maximum Demand Volumes during MHHS Migration Period.
The decision document can be found on the REC Portal here.
R0093 was due for implementation on 23 February 2024, however, was removed from this release to allow the appeal to reach its conclusion. R0093 will now be implemented at the earliest opportunity and further details will be communicated via the REC Change Bulletin and release pages. Read more
BEIS Guidance Published: Smart Meter Installation in Domestic New Build Premises
To aid with the smart meter roll-out in domestic new build properties, SMIP has published new guidance for developers and architects, and relevant to all those involved in the specification of metering locations in new build premises, especially multiple dwelling units, to aid the successful installation and operation of smart meters.
This document covers the following topics:
- Relative positioning of electricity and gas smart meters in consumer premises
- Housing of gas smart meters
- Relevant existing guidance
In memory of Mike Ross
In memory of Mike Ross, Jemma Johnson is raising funds for Mind by doing a 12 hour hike through the Yorkshire countryside. To find out more, please follow the link to her JustGiving page.
Cancellation of SMF 20-01
Please note that the Smart Metering Forum (SMF) which was to be held on Thursday 26th March 2020 has been cancelled.