0800 - Introducing the concept of a derogation framework into Uniform Network Code (UNC) (Authority Direction)

Last updated: 
6 July, 2023
Proposer
Northern Gas
Impacted codes
IGT UNC will require a Modification Proposal (as was the case for 0760). IGT160 was raised 16/2/22 and is intended to follow this timeline as closely as practicable
Modification type
Significant Code Review
Status:
Implemented
 01/10/2022
Implementation date
Impact:
Low impact: Consumers, Suppliers
High impact: CDSP, GB Gas Transporters, Independent Gas Transporters, Shippers

This Modification seeks to introduce a framework for derogation as a concept in the Uniform Network Code (UNC), defining when and how these can be requested (Use Cases), as well as the process around consideration and approval or rejection of derogation requests. Also includes a Use Case for ‘Net Zero Innovation’ including the parameters, and evidence required. This includes changes from Modification 0760 in accordance with Ofgem’s rejection letter.

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Timeline

Raised
Yes
03/02/2022
Status

Date Modification Raised

Panel Assessment
Yes
17/02/2022
Status
New Modification to be considered by Panel
Workgroup Report Due
Yes
17/03/2022
Status

Workgroup Report to be presented to Panel


Consultation
Completed
21/03/2022
08/04/2022
Consultation - Final Modification Report
Yes
21/04/2022
Status

Final Modification Report available for Panel


Panel Decision
Yes
21/04/2022
Implementation
Completed
01/10/2022