National Electricity Registration Scheme (NERS)

We operate the National Electricity Registration Scheme on behalf of the UK Distribution Network Operators (DNOs). Under the scheme we perform technical assessment of the Service Providers who elect to be assessed for accreditation for contestable works associated with the installation of electrical connections

We operate the National Electricity Registration Scheme on behalf of the UK Distribution Network Operators (DNOs). The scheme represents part of an ongoing process to introduce competition into the electrical services market.

What is NERS?

Under the scheme we perform technical assessment of the Service Providers who elect to be assessed for accreditation for contestable works associated with the installation of electrical connections, see Frequently Asked Questions under related documents (FAQ's). The scopes of registration are as follows:

• design

• project management

• cable laying (LV,11kV,33kV,132kV)

• cable jointing (dead LV, live LV,11kV, 33kV, 132kV)

• overhead lines wooden pole and/or steel tower (up to 132kV)

• substation installation (up to 11kV/415V)

• substation installation (11kV,33kV,132kV)

• all associated civil engineering works including excavation, cable laying and backfilling.

Note: each voltage rating detailed in brackets represents a separate registration category

What are the benefits?

Accreditation under the scheme will provide the service provider with the following benefits:

• accreditation recognised by all UK DNOs

• independent assessment and registration process

• assignment of an accreditation mark which will represent the achievement of a high technical, quality and safety standard

• listing on our page of registered service providers

How to apply

To apply please click here to go to the 'NERS application form'

We can neither provide quotations nor recommend providers, although our list of accredited providers may be accessed here.

For further information about NERS, please visit our UK specific website.