Regulation Round Up

As we move into 2026, the regulatory landscape for energy continues to evolve, presenting both challenges and opportunities for customers, the market, and industry participants. With several major programmes aligning and significant changes anticipates, our latest Regulation Round Up highlights the key developments on the horizon and their implications for the industry.

To provide further insights into these developments and what they mean for the UK energy sector, we turn to a few words from Andrew Jones, our Head of Regulation:

" This year, the focus is going to be on how regulation will change with Ofgem looking at the implementation of customer outcomes and if GSoPs should have a greater role going forwards. These changes are not just regulatory box-ticking, they're designed to significantly strengthen customer outcomes and market transparency. Ofgem's approach signals a shift towards allowing innovation and change, but with more direct regulation, meaning suppliers must be agile and proactive in their compliance to avoid falling behind.

From my perspective, the delivery of Market-wide-Half-Hourly Settlement (MHHS) is without doubt the single most critical deliverable for the sector this year. MHHS will fundamentally reshape how data is managed, impacting billing accuracy, customer switching, and overall market efficiency. At the same time, major programmes like Smart Metering and Smart Secure Electricity Systems (SSES) are hitting key milestones in the development of the mass market demand side response, requiring suppliers to adapt their systems and processes to meet the ever-changing market as we move towards net-zero.

As a business owner, staying abreast of these updates is essential for navigating risks. The introduction of new Smart Guaranteed Standards, the regulation of Third-Party Intermediaries, and the spectre of rising network and policy costs mean that the cost of non-compliance or delay is greater than ever. Keeping up to date on these developments ensures you can plan-ahead, remain competitive, and delivery the high standards that both regulators and customers now demand.

To ensure we stay ahead of these changes in 2026, TotalEnergies Gas & Power will be proactively enhancing our compliance frameworks, investing in technology solutions, and working closely with industry partners to understand new requirements and deliver these to our customers. We'll continue to engage with the wider industry to provide our input, ensure compliance, and take proactive steps to keep our customers fully informed on any developments."

For a clear and concise summary, download our quick guide below to stay one step ahead of what's to come this year.

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Regulation Round Up

Regs Round Up

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