Introducing a general ongoing fit and proper requirement
- Publication type:
- Consultation
- Status:
- Open
- Dyddiad cyhoeddi:
- Dyddiad cau:
- Topic:
- Energy licences and guidance
We are consulting on a proposal to modify a number of licences to introduce a general requirement for licensees to ensure senior personnel remain fit and proper on an ongoing basis.
Consultation description
The suitability of licence applicants is assessed by Ofgem prior to a licence being issued. However, currently only gas and electricity suppliers and the carbon dioxide transport and storage (CCS) licence holders have an obligation to ensure that individuals in senior roles are fit and proper on an enduring basis.
As company leadership can change over time, we are consulting on a proposal to introduce an ongoing fit and proper requirement across all licences. This would introduce a continuous standard, requiring licensees to ensure that senior personnel remain suitable for their roles beyond the initial application stage.
Who should respond
We want to hear views from people with an interest in the requirements for licence holders and licence applicants. We particularly welcome views from:
- existing licensees
- potential licence applicants
- industry trade bodies
- consumer groups and charities
Consultation documents
How to respond
Please send us your response by 31 October 2025 by emailing licensing@ofgem.gov.uk. You can also send a PDF (pdf), Word (doc) or Excel (xls) file as part of your response. Responses should be clearly marked if considered confidential.
Respond name
Ashley Hassell
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