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Ofwat sets ‘very problematic’ revised PR24 schedule

Ofwat may not make its final rulings on water companies' £100 billion business plans until the end of January 2025, just two months before the next asset management period begins. Senior water company figures told Utility Week that the revised timetable is "very problematic" and "borderline ridiculous".

1 year ago

ESO may ‘snatch defeat from the jaws of victory’ over DFS penalty proposals

1 year ago

Labour promises ‘much tougher’ regulation of energy market

1 year ago

Ofgem to extend bad debt support provision in price cap

1 year ago

Let’s be pragmatic – not dogmatic – about the future of gas

1 year ago

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REA: Reform farm subsidies to encourage biomass power

3 years ago

Suppliers to pay out £800,000 to FiT generators

3 years ago

Southern came ‘very close’ to special administration

3 years ago

On the Move: Former big six boss appointed CEO for battery developer

3 years ago

Weekend press round-up: Court delays Bulb sale to Octopus as rivals object

In our latest review of sector coverage in the national media, the sale of Bulb to Octopus Energy has been delayed after rivals alleged that the "secretive" deal could be unlawful. There is also renewed speculation about an extension of the windfall tax on oil and gas companies in this week’s autumn statement and an analysis of the generational impacts of rising energy bills.

3 years ago

Providing support to vulnerable consumers as the cost-of-living crisis worsens

3 years ago

MPs ‘not convinced’ Ofgem has skills for bank-style regulation

A heavyweight Parliamentary committee has said it is ‘not convinced’ that Ofgem has the ‘skills and capability’ to undertake the more ‘proactive’ role regulating the energy supplier market, which the watchdog is moving towards.

3 years ago