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EU network codes implementation
Many network codes have now been implemented. The industry is now seeing the benefits of Congestion Management Principles (CMP), Capacity Allocation Mechanism (CAM), Balancing and Interoperability codes. The Tariffs code is still in the process of being implemented into the Uniform Network Code (UNC). A successful implementation will require collaboration, cooperation, and transparency between all industry participants on a national level, along with cross-border dialogue and European coordination between Transmission System Operators (TSOs) and National Regulatory Authorities (NRAs). We have sought to build collaboration and cooperation in GB through the gas transmission charging review and are dedicated to providing greater information and transparency to the industry, which you can find here.
Our Implementation Strategy
Each EU code will contain requirements for translation into the GB system. It is for the TSOs with close cooperation from customers and stakeholders, to develop what the logical grouping of implementation phases should be to achieve compliance. What remains now only applies to the Tariffs Code.
EU Tariff Code Consultation
A preliminary consultation was issued alongside the UNC Consultation for UNC0678/A/B/C/D/E/F/G/H/I/J. The consultation was issued in line with Article 26 of the EU Tariff Code and the Ofgem direction dated 10 April 2019 (https://www.ofgem.gov.uk/ofgem-publications/150486). This was not part of the UNC change process for UNC0678 or any of the alternatives.
The consultation closed on 08 May 2019.
Open Consultation
There is currently no open consultations.
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Closed Consultation
The preliminary consultation on Article 26 of the EU Tariff Code closed on 8th May 2019.
Industry materials
EU Updates given at the Transmission Workgroup can be found here.
Documents that previously existed on this site have been archived below.
European consultations pre 2015
We are invited to respond to a number of consultations relating to the activities of a European Transmission System Operator (TSO). Below is a list of those consultations that are currently open or have recently closed along with our responses where one was made.
National Grid Consultations
National Grid and the other EU TSOs were required to implement the EU Capacity Allocation Mechanisms (CAM) Regulation by November 2015. One of the features of CAM is that cross-border capacity must be sold on a joint booking platform. The open letter set out our plans for meeting this obligation and we have welcomed all of the responses made. The consultation period has now ended, however, if you have further comments please contact us on [email protected].
Open consultations
We were running the below consultations. We provided information on these consultations on a best-endeavours basis.
| Deadline | Consultation owner(s) | Topic of consultation | Our response | Consultation details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/08/15 | National Grid Gas (NGG) | Consultation on the Tripartite Agreement between NGG, Gas Networks Ireland (UK) and Premier Transmission Limited | Final version of the Tripartite Agreement -change marked Document below | |
| 05/08/15 | National Grid Gas (NGG) | Consultation on the Tripartite Agreement between NGG, Gas Networks Ireland (UK) and Gas Networks Ireland | Final version of the Tripartite Agreement -change marked Document below | |
| 05/08/15 | National Grid Gas (NGG) | Consultation on changes to the Interconnection Agreement between NGG and GNI (UK) | Final version of the Interconnection Agreement - change marked Document below | |
| 30/7/15 | National Grid Gas (NGG) Interconnector Limited (UK) | Consultation on changes to the Interconnection Agreement between NGG and IUK | Final version of the Interconnection Agreement - change marked Document below | |
| 30/7/15 | National Grid Gas (NGG) BBL Company (BBLC) | Consultation on changes to the Interconnection Agreement between NGG and BBLC | Final version of the Document below | |
| 30/7/14 | ENTSO-G | Draft EU Tariff Code | Response below | Consultation on the Initial Draft Network Code on Harmonised Transmission Tariff Structures for Gas (TAR NC) |
Closed consultations
These consultations are currently closed. They include consultations from third-party organisations and our responses, where one has been made.
| Dates open | Consultation owner(s) | Topic of consultation | Our response | Consultation details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/15 - 08/05/15 | National Grid (NGG) BBL Company (BBLC) Gasunie Transport | Consultation on CAM Concept Document | BBLC, GTS and NGG are holding a joint consultation seeking your views on proposals for:
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| 08/04/14 - 06/05/14 | National Grid Gas FluxysBelgium IUK | Consultation on CAM and Zigma Concept Document | IUK, Fluxys Belgium and NGG are holding a joint consultation seeking your views on proposals for:
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| 19/12/13 - 20/01/14 | ENTSO-G | Consultation on the Incremental Capacity Proposal | A public consultation on the draft Project Plans for the development of the incremental capacity proposal in accordance with Article 7(1) of Regulation (EC) No 715/2009. | |
| 19/12/13 - 20/01/14 | ENTSO-G | Consultation on the TAR NC | A public consultation on the draft Project Plans for the development of the Tariff Network Code in accordance with Article 6(6) of Regulation (EC) No 715/2009. | |
| 05/11/13 - 01/01/14 | NW TSOs | NW GRIP | A consultation inviting responses regarding the North West Europe Gas Regional Investment Plan (NW GRIP) published by ENTSOG on November 5th 2013. | |
| 31/10/13 - 12/12/13 | Ofgem | Options for GB implementation of CAM at Bacton | 12th December 2013 | Options for Great Britain’s implementation of the European Union Network Code on Capacity Allocation Mechanisms in Gas Transmission Systems (Regulation 984/2013) at the Bacton entry point. |
| 25/07/13 - 02/09/13 | ENTSO-G | Cost Benefit Analysis study | Consultation on the draft cost benefit analysis for the selection of a data exchange solution in relation to the network code on interoperability and data exchange rules. | |
| 15/07/13 - 07/09/13 | ENTSO-G | 2014 Annual Work Programme | The ENTSOG Annual Work Programme is based on agreement between the European Commission, ACER and ENTSOG. It sets out a three year plan of work that focuses on network code development, the Ten Year Network Development Plan, Gas Regional Investment Plans and the summer and winter outlooks. | |
| 08/07/13 - 13/09/13 | ENTSO-G | GRIP - Call for Information | Call for information on projects to be covered by the second edition of the Gas Regional Investment Plans. | |
| 17/06/13 - 17/08/13 | ENTSO-E | Network Code on Electricity Balancing | The Draft Network Code establishes common rules for Electricity Balancing which involve the establishment of common principles for procurement and common methodology for the activation and settlement of Balancing Services. | |
| 29/05/13 - 21/06/13 | CEER | 2014 Work Programme | This consultation document outlines CEER’s work plan for 2014. Centred on four overall strategy focus areas it aims to increase transparency and invite valuable feedback from stakeholders. | |
| 23/05/13 | CEER | Blueprint on Incremental Capacity | The blueprint is intended as input to the discussion on EU wide principles and processed for marketbased investment procedures in gas transmission capacity. | |
| 04/04/13 - 03/05/13 | ENTSO-G | Gas Regional Investment Plan 2013 | The North West European Network TSOs are currently drafting their Gas Regional Investment Plan 2013 (NW GRIP 2013). The outline of the report is now publicly available and open for consultation. | |
| 28/03/13 - 28/05/13 | ENTSO-E | Forward Capacity Allocation Network Code | A draft network code setting out the method for long-term capacity calculation and outlining transmission risk hedging instruments. | |
| 22/03/13 - 13/05/13 | ACER | Technical Requirements for Data Reporting Under REMIT | 7th May 2013 Document below | This consultation is intended to collect views from all parties interested in the implementation of the Regulation on Wholesale Energy Market Integrity and Transparency (REMIT) |
| 15/03/13 - 01/05/13 | Ofgem | REMIT | 30th March 2013 Document below | This open letter is designed to help market participants and other stakeholders understand what REMIT is about and how it affects them. It is also an opportunity for all stakeholders to let Ofgem know about a range of issues related to the implementation and application of REMIT in Great Britain. |
| 12/03/13 - 29/03/13 | Ofgem | Congestion Management Procedures | This is an open letter that outlines the next steps for the implementation of the network code for Congestion Management Procedures on National Grid Gas and Gas Interconnectors. | |
| 02/03/13 - 31/03/13 | European Commission | Establishment of the Annual Priority List for 2014 | This consultation aims to engage stakeholders on the priorities for the development of network codes and guidelines for 2014 and beyond. | |
| 02/05/13 - 02/07/13 | European Commission | A 2030 framework for climate and energy policies | 2nd July 2013 Document below | This paper launches a public consultation allowing member states, EU institutions and stakeholders to express their views on the type, nature and level of potential climate and energy targets for 2030 as well as important aspects of energy policy. |