Jurisdiction: Great Britain
Commencement: 31st December 2025
Amends: Electricity Act 1989
Mini Summary
The Electricity Act 1989 enables the privatisation of the electricity supply industry in Great Britain. A licensing regime is established, and the Office of Electricity Regulation (OFFER) is appointed as the regulator, which has since become the Office of Gas and Electricity Markets Authority (Ofgem).
Duties
Various duties apply and are available to view on the Legislation Update Service.
Amendment
The capacity of solar generating stations, which require consent from the Secretary of State to be constructed, extended, or operated, is increased from 50 megawatts to 100 megawatts from 31st December 2025.