Britain’s power system is getting smarter faster as the government hands Elexon the job of policing the rules that will make millions of EV chargers, heat pumps and smart devices work safely and flexibly.
The move puts Elexon at the centre of the push to unlock consumer-side flexibility and hit the Clean Power 2030 target.
DESNZ confirmed the decision today and will change the Balancing and Settlement Code on 5 December so Elexon can take up the new Smart Secure Electricity Systems governance role.
The long-term framework goes live in mid-2026 when new technical and security groups start setting and updating standards.
The SSES Programme is the foundation for a flexible grid that responds to demand in real time.
It ensures devices can shift usage to cleaner cheaper hours and cut pressure on the system at peak times without compromising cyber security or consumer protection.
Elexon will create two industry-led subcommittees covering technical and security standards for smart appliances and load controllers.
Each group brings in manufacturers standards bodies consumer groups regulators and government with Elexon managing the process and keeping the sector aligned.
Elexon Chief Executive Peter Stanley said: “By unlocking flexibility from energy smart devices, such as EV chargers and heat pumps, we can help deliver a smarter, more efficient electricity system that works for consumers.”
Ministers want the UK to lead on smart device flexibility and say the market needs clear rules backed by a body trusted across the system. The aim is to remove friction speed up deployment and give companies confidence to invest.
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