Regulation (EU) 2017/1938 of the European Parliament and of the CouncilShow full title

ANNEX VI U.K. Template for preventive action plan

General information U.K.

[F1 The Secretary of State has prepared this plan for the United Kingdom]

Textual Amendments

F1 Words in Annex 6 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(2); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

1. Description of the system U.K.

1.1. F2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . U.K.

Textual Amendments

F2 Annex 6 point 1.1 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(3)(a); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F3 ... Provide a brief description of the gas system [F4 for the United Kingdom], covering: U.K.

Textual Amendments

F4 Words in Annex 6 point 1.2 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(3)(b)(ii); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

(a)

the main gas consumption figures: annual final gas consumption (bcm) and breakdown by type of customers, peak demand (mcm/d);

(b)

a description of the functioning of the gas system F5 ..., including infrastructure (to the extent not covered by point 1.1(b));

(c)

the identification of the key infrastructure relevant for the security of supply;

(d)

a breakdown, to the extent possible, F6 ... of gas import sources per country of origin;

(e)

a description of the role of storage in [F7 the United Kingdom] and include:

(i)

the storage capacity (total and working) compared to heating season demand;

(ii)

the maximal daily withdrawal capacity at different filling levels (ideally with full storages and end-of-season levels);

(f)

a description of the role of domestic production and include:

(i)

the volume of production with regard to the annual final gas consumption;

(ii)

the maximal daily production capacity;

(g)

a description of the role of gas in the electricity production (e.g. importance, role as a back-up for renewables), including gas-fired generating capacity (total (MWe) and as percentage of the total generating capacity) and cogeneration (total (MWe) and as percentage of the total generating capacity);

(h)

a description of the role of energy efficiency measures and their effect on annual final gas consumption.

Textual Amendments

F5 Words in Annex 6 point 1.2 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(3)(b)(iii); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F6 Words in Annex 6 point 1.2 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(3)(b)(iii); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F7 Words in Annex 6 point 1.2 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(3)(b)(iv); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

Textual Amendments

F3 Word in Annex 6 point 1.2 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(3)(b)(i); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

2. Summary of the risk assessment U.K.

Describe briefly the results of the relevant F8 ... risk assessment carried out in accordance with Article 7, including:

Textual Amendments

F8 Words in Annex 6 point 2 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(4); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

(a)

a list of the scenarios assessed and a brief description of the assumptions applied for each one as well as the risks/shortcomings identified;

(b)

the main conclusions of the risk assessment.

3. Infrastructure standard (Article 5) U.K.

Describe how the infrastructure standard is complied with, including the main values used for the N – 1 formula and alternative options for its compliance (with neighbouring Member States, demand-side measures) and the existing bidirectional capacities, as follows:

3.1. F9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . U.K.

Textual Amendments

F9 Annex 6 point 3.1 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(5)(a); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

3.2. F10 ... U.K.

(a)

N – 1 formula

(i)

the identification of the single largest gas infrastructure;

(ii)

the calculation of the N – 1 formula F11 ...;

(iii)

a description of the values used for all elements in the N – 1 formula, including intermediate values used for the calculation (e.g. for EP_m indicate the capacity of all entry points considered under this parameter);

(iv)

an indication of the methodologies used, if any, for the calculation of parameters in the N – 1 formula (e.g. D_max) (use annexes for detailed explanations);

(v)

if so decided by the [F12 Secretary of State], calculation of the N – 1 formula using demand-side measures:

• the calculation of the N – 1 formula in accordance with point 2 of Annex II,

• a description of the values used for all elements in the N – 1 formula, including intermediate figures used for the calculation (if different to the figures described under point 3(a)(iii) of this Annex),

• an indication of the methodologies used, if any, for the calculation of parameters in the N – 1 formula (e.g. D_max) (use annexes for detailed explanations),

• an explanation of the market-based demand-side measures adopted/to be adopted to compensate a disruption of gas supply and its expected impact (D_eff);

(vi)

F13 ...

(b)

bi-directional capacity

(i)

indicate the interconnection points equipped with bidirectional capacity and the maximal capacity of bi-directional flows;

(ii)

indicate the arrangements governing the use of the reverse flow capacity (e.g. interruptible capacity);

(iii)

indicate interconnection points where an exemption has been granted in accordance with Article 5(4), the duration of the exemption and the grounds on which it was granted.

Textual Amendments

F11 Words in Annex 6 point 3.2 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(5)(b)(ii); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F12 Words in Annex 6 point 3.2 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(5)(b)(iii); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F13 Annex 6 point 3.2(a)(vi) omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(5)(b)(iv); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

Textual Amendments

F10 Words in Annex 6 point 3.2 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(5)(b)(i); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

4. Compliance with the supply standard (Article 6) U.K.

Describe the measures adopted in order to comply with the supply standard as well as with any increased supply standard or additional obligation imposed for reasons of security of gas supply:

(a)

definition of protected customers applied, including categories of customers covered and their annual gas consumption (per category, net value and percentage of the national annual final gas consumption);

(b)

gas volumes needed to comply with the supply standard in accordance with the scenarios described in the first subparagraph of Article 6(1);

(c)

capacity needed to comply with the supply standard in accordance with the scenarios described in the first subparagraph of Article 6(1);

(d)

measure(s) in place to comply with the supply standard:

(i)

a description of the measure(s);

(ii)

addressees;

(iii)

where it exists, describe any ex ante monitoring system for the compliance with the supply standard;

(iv)

sanctions regime, if applicable;

(v)

describe, per measure:

• the economic impact, effectiveness and efficiency of the measure,

• the impact of the measure on the environment,

• impact of the measures on consumer,

(vi)

where non-market-based measures are applied (per measure):

• justify why the measure is necessary (i.e. why security of supply cannot be achieved via market-based measures alone),

• justify why the measure is proportionate (i.e. why the non-market-based measure is the least restrictive means to achieve the intended effect),

• [F14 provide an analysis of the impact of the measure on the national market],

(vii)

where measures introduced on or after 1 November 2017, please provide a short summary of the impact assessment or a link to the public impact assessment of the measure(s) carried out in accordance with Article 9(4);

(e)

if applicable, describe any increased supply standard or additional obligation imposed for reasons of security of gas supply:

(i)

a description of the measure(s);

(ii)

F15 ...

(iii)

if applicable, describe any new increased supply standard or additional obligation imposed for reasons of security of gas supply adopted on or after 1 November 2017;

(iv)

addressees;

(v)

affected gas volumes and capacities;

(vi)

indicate how that measure complies with the conditions laid down in Article 6(2).

Textual Amendments

F14 Words in Annex 6 point 4(d)(vi) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(6)(a); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F15 Annex 6 point 4(e)(ii) omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(6)(b); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

5. Preventive measures U.K.

Describe the preventive measures in place or to be adopted:

(a)

describe each of the preventive measures adopted per identified risk in accordance with the risk assessment, including a description of:

(i)

their national F16 ... dimension;

(ii)

their economic impact, effectiveness and efficiency;

(iii)

their impact on customers.

Where appropriate, include:

• F17 ...

• measures to diversify gas routes and sources of supply,

• measures to protect key infrastructure relevant for the security of supply in relation to control by third-country entities (including, where relevant, general or sector-specific investment screening laws, special rights for certain shareholders, etc.);

(b)

describe other measures adopted for reasons other than the risk assessment but with a positive impact for the security of supply F18 ....

(iii)

provide an analysis of the impact of such measure:

• justify why the measure is necessary (i.e. why the security of supply cannot be achieved via market-based measures alone),

• justify why the measure is proportionate (i.e. why the non-market-based measure is the least restrictive means to achieve the intended effect),

• [F19 provide an analysis of the impact of the measure on the national market;

• explain the extent to which efficiency measures, including on the demand side, have been considered to increase the security of supply;

• explain the extent to which renewable energy sources have been considered to increase the security of supply.]

Textual Amendments

F16 Words in Annex 6 point 5(a)(i) omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(7)(a)(i); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F17 Words in Annex 6 point 5(a) omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(7)(a)(ii); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F18 Words in Annex 6 point 5(b) omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(7)(b); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F19 Words in Annex 6 point 5(c)(iii) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(7)(c); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

6. Other measures and obligations (e.g. safety operation of the system) U.K.

Describe other measures and obligations that have been imposed on natural gas undertakings and other relevant bodies likely to have an impact on the security of gas supply, such as obligations for the safe operation of the system, including who would be affected by that obligation as well as the gas volumes covered. Explain precisely when and how those measures would apply.

7. Infrastructure projects U.K.

(a)

describe future infrastructure projectsF20 ..., including an estimated timing for their deployment, capacities and estimated impact on the security of gas supply in [F21 the United Kingdom];

(b)

F22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Textual Amendments

F20 Words in Annex 6 point 7(a) omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(8)(a)(i); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F21 Words in Annex 6 point 7(a) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(8)(a)(ii); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F22 Annex 6 point 7(b) omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(8)(b); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

8. Public service obligations related to the security of supply U.K.

Indicate the existing public service obligations related to the security of supply and briefly describe them (use annexes for more detailed information). Explain clearly who has to comply with such obligations and how. If applicable, describe how and when those public service obligations would be triggered.

9. Stakeholder consultations U.K.

In accordance with Article 8(2) of this Regulation, describe the mechanism used for and the results of the consultations carried out, for the development of the plan as well as the emergency plan, with:

(a)

gas undertakings;

(b)

relevant organisations representing the interests of households;

(c)

relevant organisations representing the interests of industrial gas customers, including electricity producers;

(d)

[F23 the regulatory authority].

Textual Amendments

F23 Words in Annex 6 point 9(d) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(9); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

10. [F24 Additional matters] U.K.

Indicate any national circumstances and measures relevant for the security of supply and not covered in the previous sections of the plan.

Indicate how the possible comments received following the consultation described in Article 8(2) have been considered.

F25 11.1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . U.K.

Textual Amendments

F25 Annex 6 point 11.1 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(11); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F26 11.2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . U.K.

Textual Amendments

F26 Annex 6 point 11.2 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(11); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

F27 11.3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . U.K.

Textual Amendments

F27 Annex 6 point 11.3 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(11); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)

Textual Amendments

F24 Words in Annex 6 point 10 substituted (31.12.2020) by The Gas (Security of Supply and Network Codes) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/531), reg. 1(2), Sch. 1 para. 23(10); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)