We set out Ofgem’s new smart meter standards

GSoP Decisions – What businesses need to know in 2026Following Andrew Jones’ recent Regulations Round-Up, this month we’re taking a closer look into one of the regulatory updates hitting the UK energy market in early 2026: Ofgem’s Final Decision on Smart Meter Guaranteed Standards of Performance (GSoP) which have just been announced. These decisions mark a shift in smart‑meter consumer protections since the rollout began, bringing new accountability, new servi