Ofgem has initiated a consultation regarding the proposed modification of Standard Licence Condition (SLC) 31E of the electricity distribution licence, specifically concerning the removal of existing reporting requirements. This proposal is driven by the anticipated introduction of new flexibility service reporting mechanisms by Elexon, the Market Facilitator. The current reporting obligations to Ofgem under SLC 31E are intended to be removed once the new Elexon reporting process is established, which is projected for April 2027. The consultation seeks feedback on the proposed licence modifications, the future role of procurement statements and reports, and the alignment of data reporting responsibilities with the Market Facilitator.

Regulated entities, including network operators, the market facilitator, system operators, and flexibility service providers, are invited to submit their views by April 20, 2026. This initial non-statutory consultation will inform a subsequent statutory consultation planned for June 2026, with a final decision anticipated in August 2026. While this consultation does not impose immediate new obligations, affected parties should review the proposed changes and prepare to adapt their reporting processes to the new framework expected in 2027. Failure to engage in the consultation process may result in reporting requirements that do not align with industry best practices or future regulatory expectations.