Ofgem support for extension to the Two Step Offer connections process
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Electricity Transmission Licence
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Ofgem has published its letter in response to a request from National Grid Electricity System Operator (NGESO) and National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) to support an extension to the timeline set out in the original Letter of Support for the Two Step Process and an extension of the clock-start (to 1 March 2024) for all connection applications received between 27 November 2023 and 29 February 2024.
Whilst we are disappointed that the original timelines and objectives of the Two Step Process have not been met, we are approving the request, as we agree that it is a pragmatic way forward in the circumstances for the benefit of customers. We recognise that the unprecedented volume of new applications to connect to the transmission system has impacted the potential effectiveness of the Two Step Process.
However, Ofgem expects that no further extensions will be required nor requested by NGESO and/or NGET.