Ofgem will begin market surveys in the first half of 2026, with legislation following when parliamentary time allows. There will be a 12-18 month 'sunrise period' for existing brokers to register before authorisation becomes mandatory. Smart Energy Company commits to early registration.

Existing contracts will remain valid during the transition period. The regulation focuses on broker conduct and transparency rather than contract terms, so current agreements should not be affected. The changes improve future broker interactions and contract arrangements.

Our service won't fundamentally change because we already operate to the standards regulation will require. You can expect the same transparent, ethical approach that has earned our 100% five-star rating. We'll simply have formal Ofgem registration to validate what we've always done.

Regulation should actually improve value for money by eliminating excessive hidden commissions and creating transparent fee structures. While brokers will pay regulatory fees, the elimination of cowboy operators and improved competition should benefit customers overall.

After the sunrise period ends, it becomes illegal to operate as an energy broker without Ofgem authorisation. Unregistered brokers must cease energy procurement activities. This will eliminate non-compliant operators and protect businesses from unethical practices.

Look for Ofgem registration, transparent fee structures, strong customer reviews, and clear complaints processes. Smart Energy Company already meets all these standards with our transparent approach and 100% five-star Trustpilot rating since 2014.