Modifying the standard conditions of the electricity interconnector licence

Publication type:
Consultation
Publication date:
Closing date:
20 May 2026
Status:
Open
Topic:
Electricity interconnectors

We are consulting on proposed modifications to Standard Licence Conditions 26A and 26B of the electricity interconnector licence.

Consultation description 

We are consulting on proposed modifications to the electricity interconnector licence.

The amendments fall into two main groupings, which are:

  • proposed modifications to Standard Licence Condition 26A: Delay to Regime Start Date caused by Pre-operational Force Majeure
  • proposed modifications to Standard Licence Condition 26B: Delay to Regime Start Date caused by Pre-operational Force Majeure (Third Window)

This consultation seeks to amend the definition of Pre-Operational Force Majeure definition as defined in Standard Licence Condition 26A. We are also consulting on amending the definition of Backstop date as defined in Standard Licence Condition 26B.

Who should respond

We welcome responses from electricity interconnector licence holders. We also welcome responses from any other interested stakeholders.

How to respond

Submit your response by 20 May 2026 by emailing Cap.Floor@ofgem.gov.uk