Economic regulation policy
This policy paper sets out the government’s vision for modernising the economic regulation of the utilities sectors.
Update: 22 November 2023
We have now launched our consultation – Smarter Regulation Strengthening the economic regulation of the energy, water and telecoms sectors as regulated by Ofgem, Ofwat and Ofcom.
The consultation will close on 17 January 2024. We welcome responses from all individuals or organisations with an interest in economic regulation in the energy, water and/or telecoms sectors. You can respond to the consultation via:
Online: Qualtrics
Email: economicregulation@businessandtrade.gov.uk
Write to: Economic Regulation, Department for Business and Trade, 2nd Floor, Old Admiralty Building, London, SW1A 2AY
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