Decision Announced - Supplier Transmission Use of System Charging

The Utility Regulator has reviewed the responses to the consultation paper about the supplier transmission use of system charging, which closed on 16 March 2011. The original consultation paper and resulting decision paper can be viewed by clicking the links below:

* Utility Regulator Consultation Paper
* Utility Regulator Decision Paper

The resulting changes to the method of charging will be implemented by SONI from 1 October 2011. These changes are:

*  the simplification of the time bands used for charging;
*  the equalisation of charges for all use of the transmission system (removal of a cross-subsidy inherent in the current tariffs);
*  the termination of transmission charging rebates for distribution connected generation; and
*  the use of a new cost allocation model that reflects these changes.

Responses to the Consultation are listed below:

*  Response by NIE T&D
*  Response by iPower  
*  Response by NI Water
*  Response by NIE Energy Supply
*  Response by the Consumer Council
*  Response by Airtricity

* Other Related Documents:

Report to the Utility Regulator on the review of supplier charging for use of the electricity transmission system
Summary of responses to SONI’s consultation
SONI’s Consultation Paper