The provision of metering services by new electricity distribution network operators - Initial thoughts

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The three options are: maintain the status quo with in area distribution network operators obliged to provide metering on all supply points (including those on new distribution networks) in their authorised area; change the regulatory regime so that all distribution network operators (including new distribution network operators) are obliged to provide metering to supply points on their network; and remove the obligations on all distribution network operators to provide metering.

Ofgem has rejected the third option at this stage, although in the longer term the development of competition in metering services may lead to the removal of the provision of metering obligations, if appropriate.

Ofgem seeks views on the costs and benefits of the other two options to support the development of a policy on this matter.

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