Regulating the electricity, gas and water industries in Northern Ireland

The Utility Regulator is responsible for regulating the electricity, gas, water and sewerage industries in Northern Ireland, promoting the short- and long-term interests of consumers. 

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Utility Regulator consults on new gas supply licence for Shell Energy Europe Limited

15 September 2017
The UR has today given notice of its intention to grant a new gas supply licence to Shell Energy Europe Limited
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NISEP call for schemes notification 2018/2019

15 September 2017
The bidding round for funds from NISEP has now commenced for the proprogramme year 2018/2019
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Modifications to Northern Ireland generation and supply licences (I-SEM related)

15 September 2017
The UR is modifying existing electricity supply and generation licences in NI to necessitate implementation of the ISEM

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