Proposal submitted to Ofgem for dedicated police unit to tackle energy theft
What is being proposed? The Retail Energy Code (REC) Change Panel has recommended a change proposal to fund a dedicated police unit to tackle energy theft, modelled on the insurance industry-funded Insurance Fraud Enforcement Department (IFED). If approved, the proposal would see RECCo partner with the City of London Police—the national lead force for fraud—to […]
Have your say: Feedback your experience with the Switching arrangements
What is the Switching Incentive Regime – and why does your opinion matter? The Switching Incentive Regime (SIR) is a performance framework introduced by Ofgem in 2023 under its existing price control arrangements. It assesses how well DCC delivers switching services in line with the Retail Energy Code, focusing on both customer engagement and operational […]
Consumer Consent Service delivery body appointed
Ofgem appoints RECCo to deliver the Consumer Consent Service. Read what it means for the market and what comes next.
Board Highlights: April 2025
Preparing RECCo’s application for the REC Licence Ofgem has confirmed that the award of the REC Code Manager Licence to RECCo will follow a non-competitive process. RECCo is actively preparing to submit the formal application by 11 June 2025. In parallel, the Executive Team is working closely with the Board to ensure all necessary governance, […]
DESNZ confirms Tariff Data Specification host
DESNZ confirms the Retail Energy Code will host the Tariff Data Specification. What this means for suppliers, timelines, and next steps.
Improving accuracy in Payment Method Levelisation submissions: A guide for suppliers
A year of collaboration – thank you We’d like to express our gratitude to all suppliers for their ongoing support of the Payment Method Levelisation (PML) scheme. Your cooperation has been critical to its success, and your commitment to fulfilling your obligations has played a key role in its smooth running. Why accurate portfolio data […]
Inside RECCo’s Metering Services: Meet Delivery Manager Rebecca Griffiths
Hi Rebecca, tell us about your role as Delivery Manager for our Metering Services. I’ve been in the role for around seven months, and it’s been both a rewarding and dynamic experience. As the Delivery Manager for Metering Services within our Operations team, I oversee the governance and delivery of Metering Services under the Retail […]
Our Strategy 2025-30 and Forward Work Plan 2025-28: Final versions now released
As part of our consultation on the Forward Work Plan (FWP) in January, we received three responses from REC Parties and broad support for the plan’s content throughout our engagements. As a result, we’re moving forward with the priorities outlined in the FWP as consulted on, ensuring alignment with the feedback shared by our stakeholders. […]
Board Highlights: February 2025
Parties’ consultation on the 2025-28 Forward Work Plan The Board reviewed the responses to the draft Forward Work Plan (FWP) consultation, which included three formal letters and feedback received via the separate Strategy document survey. There was broad support for the FWP’s content, with just three queries. Potential overlaps between RECCo’s proposed projects and ongoing […]
RECCo 2025-26 Budget Webinar: Catch Up Now
For those who were unable to attend—or if you’d like to revisit key discussions—you can now access the webinar recording, presentation slides, budget document, and related business cases. Watch the Webinar Recording on our YouTube channel Download the Webinar Slides Read the Budget Document Read the Business Cases If you have any questions or need […]