The Utility Regulator has published an Approach Consultation Paper for our next price control for the gas supply companies, that we refer to as SPC27.
The consultation outlines our options for setting the structure, form and duration of the price control, scope and coverage of regulated tariffs, operating costs levels/allocations and proposed approach to margin.
The purpose of SPC27 is to set an efficient level of revenue for Firmus Energy (Supply) and SSE Airtricity Gas Supply (NI) which they collect through their regulated gas tariffs.
The consultation paper sets out a timetable for the process of reaching a determination and proposes an approach for the areas that will be covered within the process.
Following consultation, we will publish a final approach document in November 2025.
We welcome responses to the approach consultation by 4:00pm on Friday 15 August 2025.
For further information on the consultation, including details of how to response, please visit our consultation section.