New energy network merger guidance

Summary:

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is seeking public consultation on adopting new guidance for energy network mergers. The guidance aims to provide clarity on the u00e2u20acu02dcspecialu00e2u20acu2122 merger regime for energy network mergers in Great Britain, introduced by the Energy Act 2023. The draft guidance outlines the applicable legal framework, process, and procedures for the CMA to investigate and assess energy network mergers, as well as the analytical approaches and methodologies used to evaluate relevant customer benefits and remedies. The CMA is seeking feedback from interested parties on the draft guidance, which can be accessed through the provided links.