P512 Balancing and Settlement Code (BSC) proposed changes

Publication type:
Code modification
Publication date:
Topic:
National Energy System Operator (NESO),
Energy codes
Subtopic:
Energy code reform,
Balancing and settlement code (BSC)

Outcome of proposed changes to Balancing and Settlement Code, P512 Deferral of 2026 BSC Industry Panel Elections to Support Code Reform Transition.

Details of outcome

Ofgem has decided to approve BSC Modification P512. Implementation of the modification proposal will, on balance, better facilitate the achievement of the applicable objectives of the BSC.

Start date

25 June 2026.

Code modification description

This modification seeks to defer the 2026 Industry Panel Member elections and temporarily extends the terms of existing members to ensure proportionate, stable BSC governance during the transition to the Licensed Code Manager model.