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Find the latest smart meter roll-out statistics, information on the progress of major DCC programmes, products, services and customer service.
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  Follow progress in the smart meter roll-out through a set of fascinating facts and data points.
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  With our customers and partners we're transforming Britain's energy infrastructure. As well as the smart meter roll-out, find out what more we're delivering below.
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  How the DCC smart meter network can support smart charging for electric vehicles and enable fair electric vehicle smart charging for all.
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  Enabling smart meter system innovation through government-funded activity.
- The Internet of Energy 'Things'
  What is the Internet of Energy 'Things' and why is it important for Britain?
- Using smart meter system data for public good
  How anonymised smart meter system data can be unlocked and used to deliver public benefit.
- What is the Demand Flexibility Service (DFS)?
  The Demand Flexibility Service (DFS) is a revolutionary programme developed by the National Grid ESO, which operates Britain's electricity system.
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An overview of the DCC, our work, leadership team and customers.
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- Who We Are
  Our vision, values and purpose.
- Company Leadership
  Find out who is on our Executive Committee and who are our Board members.
- Business & Development Plan
  The plan sets out our strategic priorities for the next five years and how we will deliver them.
- Partners & Suppliers
  Building the smart metering data and communications infrastructure.
  - Work with the DCC
- Governance & Regulations
  How the DCC operates under Licence.
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Our Smart Network

Find the latest smart meter roll-out statistics, information on the progress of major DCC programmes, products, services and customer service.
Learn More
- Smart Meter Statistics
  Follow progress in the smart meter roll-out through a set of fascinating facts and data points.
- Network Updates
  Find out about updates to the smart meter network including key programmes and milestones.
- What We're Working On
  With our customers and partners we're transforming Britain's energy infrastructure. As well as the smart meter roll-out, find out what more we're delivering below.
- Network Products & Services
  The hardware, software and services that support the smart meter roll-out.
- Customer Service Centre
  DCC customers' first line of support.
Enabling Innovation Open Menu
Enabling innovation

How can our network be reused to help deliver a smarter energy future?
Learn More
- Testing Services
  Britain’s largest secure test lab, allowing customers to test products and reduce R&D costs.
- Electric vehicle (EV) smart charging for all
  How the DCC smart meter network can support smart charging for electric vehicles and enable fair electric vehicle smart charging for all.
- Government-funded innovation projects
  Enabling smart meter system innovation through government-funded activity.
- The Internet of Energy 'Things'
  What is the Internet of Energy 'Things' and why is it important for Britain?
- Using smart meter system data for public good
  How anonymised smart meter system data can be unlocked and used to deliver public benefit.
- What is the Demand Flexibility Service (DFS)?
  The Demand Flexibility Service (DFS) is a revolutionary programme developed by the National Grid ESO, which operates Britain's electricity system.
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SEC Release TAD consultation documents for the November 2025 SEC Release

DCC has issued a consultation seeking comments on the draft November 2026 DCC Testing Approach Document (TAD) which has been produced to satisfy the requirements in SEC Section D10.18 – D10.20.

DCC requests feedback by 5pm Wednesday 15 April 2026.

SEC Release TAD consultation documents for the November 2025 SEC Release

Related documents

November 2026 SEC Release Testing Approach Document V0.6

November 2026 TAD Consultation V1.0

November 2026 TAD Response Template For Respondents