Energy Act 2023

Independent System Operator and Planner: functions and designation

161 The 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).

162 Designation 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.