Part 5Independent System Operator and Planner

Independent System Operator and Planner: functions and designation

I1I3161The Independent System Operator and Planner (“the ISOP”)

1

This Part contains provision about the Independent System Operator and Planner (referred to in this Part as “the ISOP”).

2

The functions of the ISOP include—

a

functions conferred by or by virtue of this Act, which include functions relating to the matters mentioned in subsection (3), and

b

whatever other functions are conferred on the ISOP by or by virtue of any enactment other than one contained in this Act.

3

The matters referred to in subsection (2)(a) are—

a

co-ordinating and directing the flow of electricity onto and over transmission systems;

b

making and administering arrangements for the provision of services for the purpose of facilitating the co-ordination of the flow of electricity onto and over transmission systems;

c

carrying out strategic planning and forecasting in connection with—

i

the development of transmission systems,

ii

the provision of services referred to in paragraph (b), and

iii

other arrangements relating to the conveyance or supply of electricity;

d

carrying out strategic planning and forecasting in connection with—

i

the development of pipe-line systems for the conveyance of gas, and

ii

other arrangements relating to the conveyance or supply of gas;

e

providing advice, analysis or information in relation to the matters mentioned in section 171(1).

I2I4162Designation etc

1

The Secretary of State may by notice designate a person as the ISOP.

2

A notice under subsection (1)—

a

must specify the time from which the designation has effect;

b

must be published by the Secretary of State as soon as reasonably practicable after the notice is given.

3

The Secretary of State must ensure that a person is designated under subsection (1) at all times after a person is first designated (but at any time not more than one person may be designated).

4

The Secretary of State may by notice revoke a person’s designation under subsection (1).

5

A notice under subsection (4)—

a

must specify the time from which the revocation has effect;

b

must be published by the Secretary of State as soon as reasonably practicable after the notice is given.