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Power Cuts
  • Dangerous Problem? Please treat electricity cables as live, stay at least 10 metres away, and call us on 105
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Live Updates
  • Report a power cut

    Power cut in your area? Let us know and we’ll keep you informed with the latest updates until your power is restored.

    Report a power cut
  • Report damage

    If you see damage to our electricity network or anything that doesn’t seem right, keep well away and let us know.

    Report damage
  • Track live power cuts

    Find and track power cuts or planned outages near you on our live Power Track map.

    Track live power cuts
Get Extra Support
  • Extra support through our Priority Services If you or someone you care for needs additional support, our free Priority Services may be able to help. Find out if you're eligible and register today.
  • Ready to register or update your details? If you already know you're eligible for Priority Services, you can register, update your details, or manage an existing registration online today.
  • Home Battery Support We've started providing home battery packs to Priority Services customers who need extra support during power cuts. Find out how these batteries can help.
  • Promote Priority Services in your community Access a range of free resources, including posters, flyers and social media assets, to help raise awareness of the Priority Services and support those who may need it.

Need to get in touch?

Whether you need help from our Priority Services team or want to update or remove your registration, we're here to help.

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Help & Advice
  • What to do in a power cut? Having a power cut can be particularly challenging for some customers. Find advice, support information and steps you can take to stay safe during a power cut.
  • How to prepare for a power cut? Find helpful advice on what to do before a planned power cut or severe weather event, so you can be ready for any interruption to your electricity supply.
  • Additional help during bad weather We know being without power can be difficult, particularly during severe weather or longer outages. Find out what extra support may be available.
  • Repeat power cuts We understand how frustrating repeated power cuts can be. Find out why they happen, how we investigate them, and the steps we take to improve your electricity supply.
  • Emergency planning While emergencies are rare, it’s important to know what to do if they happen. Explore practical advice to help you stay safe, prepared and resilient, especially during the winter months.
  • Keeping safe Safety is our number one priority - If it's not safe, we don't do it. Learn how to keep yourself, your family and your pets safe when working, playing or spending time near our electricity network.

Need extra support during a power cut?

Our free Priority Services can provide additional help before, during and after a power cut for you, a family member or someone you care for. Find out if you're eligible and how to register.

Check and register
Planned Power Cuts
  • What to expect

    We sometimes need to switch off your power to carry out essential maintenance or upgrade our network. Use our resources to help plan ahead.

    What to expect
  • Track a planned power cut

    Track your planned power cut online to get the latest updates and stay informed. Follow progress and see when your power is expected to be restored.

    Track a planned power cut
  • Register for extra support

    If you or someone you care for needs additional support, our free Priority Services may be able to help. Find out if you're eligible and register today.

    Register for extra support

Do you have an upcoming planned power cut?

Had a letter or notification about a planned power cut? If you’d like to talk it through, send us a message on WhatsApp and our team will be happy to help.

Send us a message
Safety & Maintenance
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Overhead Lines
  • Shrouding Cover or protect our overhead cables while working near our network.
  • Tree cutting Arrange for our specialist tree cutting team to remove trees or bushes growing near our network.
  • Overhead line assessment If you’re planning building work or using tall vehicles near our overhead cables, we can visit and make sure they’re at a safe height for your work.
  • Pole assessment If you’ve spotted a leaning electricity pole or a damaged stay wire, we can come out to check it’s safe and carry out any repairs needed.
  • Unclip / Reclip We can visit your property to safely remove the overhead cable so you can carry out your work. Once you’re finished, we’ll come back and reattach it.
  • Refix bracket If your overhead cable bracket is loose or missing a screw, we’ll come out to check it and securely fix or replace it.

Do you need to report damage to our overhead network?

If you notice damage to our network, stay well away and call us on 105 immediately.

Call 105
Underground Cables
  • Check for underground cables before you dig

    Planning building, fencing or landscaping work? Check where our underground cables are before you start, so you can plan your work and dig safely.

    Check before you dig
  • Stay safe around underground cables

    Find safety advice for working near underground cables, including what to consider before you start and how to avoid potential hazards.

    Stay safe around underground cables

Do you need to report damage to our underground cables?

If you spot damage to our cables, stay well away and call us on 105 immediately. 

Call 105
Substations
  • Substation clearance

    If a substation has rubbish, fly-tipping or overgrown vegetation, we can come out and clear it.

    Substation clearance
  • Substation access

    If you or a third party requires access to our substation, we will arrange for our engineer to give you access.

    Substation access
  • Substation repair

    If you have noticed our substation is damaged we will attend and carry out the repairs needed.

    Substation repair

Do you need to report damage to our substation or equipment?

If you notice damage to our substation or equipment, stay well away and call us on 105 immediately.

Call 105
Equipment
  • Change cut out fuse If your fuse holder is damaged or faulty, we will change this for you.
  • Protective Multiple Earthing (PME) Your electrician may suggest that you install or upgrade your earthing system. We will check if PME is available.
  • Replace Meter Board If your meter board is damaged or missing and our equipment is attached to it (cut out fuse or power cable), we can help.
  • Replace Meter Box You may need us to replace your meter box if it is damaged. We can replace this, but you will need to buy the meter box yourself.
  • De-energise / Re-energise If you need to complete work that requires the power to be off, we can temporarily turn your power off (de-energise) so you can do this work safely.
  • Temporary Isolation If you need to work near our electricity network, we can temporarily turn your power off so you can do this safely.

Application for design submission for telecoms network providers

If you have a framework agreement in place you can request joint use of any of our low voltage (LV) poles.

Apply now
Safety & Advice
  • Keeping safe

    Find advice to help you, your family and pets stay safe around our electricity network and potential hazards.

    Keeping safe
  • Equipment on your land

    Find out about electrical equipment on your land, what it means for you and when you may need our help.

    Equipment on your land
  • Helpful resources

    Find helpful safety resources and guidance for working or playing safely around our electricity network and equipment.

    Helpful resources

Do you need to report damage to our electricity network?

If you’ve damaged an underground cable or overhead line, or spot something that isn't quite right, please keep yourself and others well away from this and call 105 immediately so we can help.

Call 105
Connections & Services
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New Connections
  • Connect 1-4 Whether it's a permanent or temporary connection for a home, business or building work, we're here to help
  • Connect 5 or more Planning a development with multiple electricity connections? Whether it's a new housing site or a commercial development, we're here to help.
  • Connect a large project Working on a large housing, commercial or industrial development? We're here to support your electricity connection needs.
  • Connect as an ICP/IDNO If you're a NERS-accredited provider working on behalf of a customer, we can support you with the non-contestable services you need.

Need an instant estimate for connecting 1–4 homes or a business?

Apply online using our self-serve tool to get an instant estimate and choose to move forward with a formal quote.

Get an estimate
Existing Connections
  • Move

    Planning an extension or renovation, or need to move your meter, cables or overhead wires? We've got you covered.

    Find out more
  • Modify

    Need to check your power supply or upgrade it for new technology at your property? We can help.

    Find out more
  • Disconnect

    Do you need us to temporarily or permanently turn off your power so you can safely complete your work or project?

    Find out more

Need an instant estimate for moving your meter?

Apply online using our self-serve tool to get an instant estimate and choose to move forward with a formal quote.

Get an estimate
EV, Solar & Heat Pumps
  • Electric Vehicles (EV)

    Whether you're adding a charger at your home or work, or developing large EV charging setups, we're here to support your connection needs.

    Find out more
  • Solar & Generation

    If you're installing solar, battery storage or other generation systems like wind, we can guide you through connecting to our network.

    Find out more
  • Heat Pumps

    Considering a heat pump for your home or business? We’ll help you understand what’s involved, what’s required and how to connect it to our network.

    Find out more

Considering a heat pump for your home or business? We’ll help you understand the process and what’s required.

Because the work must be carried out by a qualified installer, your first step is to choose one. They’ll manage the process for you and will get in touch with us if your installation needs to be registered or if your electricity supply requires an upgrade

Future Energy
  • Distribution System Operation (DSO) We're doing a power of work to get more people and projects connected to a growing electricity system.
  • Flexibility Services Explore opportunities for homes, businesses and energy partners to support the network and help meet future energy demand.
  • Whole System Learn how our whole system approach brings together organisations and communities to unlock opportunities and deliver better outcomes for everyone.
  • Publication & Reports Explore our reports, strategies and roadmaps to understand how we're planning for the future, gathering feedback and making informed decisions for our customers and communities
  • Open Data Portal Unlock access to our published data and insights, providing a single source of information to support informed decision making, innovation and greater understanding of our network.

View our DSO Action Plan

Find out where are are in making the electricity system smarter, fairer, more flexible and decarbonised on our year of delivery.

Read our action plan
Tools & Resources
  • Data Portal A single point of access for data published by SSEN Distribution.
  • G81 Library We have prepared a number of detailed design, technical specification and operational documents for the planning and design of connections to the network.
  • Centralised Network View Map A map providing an interactive view of our electricity network, showing the relationships between primary substations, grid supply points (GSPs), bulk supply points (BSPs) and associated network areas.
  • Electric Office (EO) Electric Office (EO) provides a cross technology end to end view of the electricity network, combining the fully connected electrical system with Google mapping systems. You must log in to use Electric Office.
  • Competition in Connections When customers have a choice, competition encourages providers to deliver better services. We continue to work with Ofgem, ICPs and IDNOs to expand the range of work that can be opened up to competition.
  • HV Network Schematics Access our HV Network Schematics for both SSEN North and South regions. These documents when used with the Network Rating and Loading Data sheets will allow the assessment of POCs.

View all our resources

Can't find what you're looking for? Browse our full library of tools and maps to support your connections journey.

View all
Our Company
  • Latest News Find out what is happening and the latest updates from us
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About Us
  • Our business Learn more about who we are, what we do, and how we work to keep electricity flowing to homes, businesses, and communities across our region.
  • Our vision and strategy Discover how we're connecting communities and helping build a decarbonised future. Our plans to invest in the electricity network, and deliver for our customers.
  • Environment and sustainability Discover how we're working to become a leading Distribution Network Operator on the path to net zero, and the actions we're taking to make sustainability part of every aspect of our business.
  • Our projects We're investing in our electricity network to support growing demand. Explore current projects in your area and learn how we're delivering essential improvements for customers and communities.
  • Our communities Find out how we're investing in communities across our network area through funding, partnerships, and initiatives that help people, businesses, and local organisations thrive.
  • Careers Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference? Explore opportunities at SSEN and discover how you can help power communities while building skills, experience, and a career you can be proud of.

ED3 Business Plan

Discover our plans to strengthen the network, support communities, and enable a cleaner energy future.

Explore our ED3 Journey
Our Connections Business
  • Competition in Connections Explore your connection options and find support for connecting to our electricity network.
  • Major Connections Incentive (MCI) Find out how we're improving the connections experience for customers and supporting projects that help drive growth and decarbonisation.
  • Connections Reform Connections Reform is changing the way projects connect to the electricity network. Understand the latest changes to the connections process and how they may affect your project.
  • Connections Surgeries Talk to our experts and book a virtual meeting to discuss your project, explore network capacity, and get the information you need to make informed decisions at the early stages of your project.
  • Land rights Understand the permissions needed for new electricity connections, what it means if SSEN equipment is on your land, and your rights and responsibilities as a landowner.
  • Working near our infrastructure Learn how to work safely near our network and access guidance, support, and network information for projects taking place near SSEN electricity equipment and infrastructure.

Connections Useful Documents

Can’t find what you’re looking for? Browse our full library of tools and maps to support your connections journey.

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Engagement & Events
  • Engaging with our stakeholders Discover how we're working with customers, communities, and partners to shape our services and support better outcomes for everyone.
  • Events near you Find out about upcoming events and engagement opportunities where you can get involved and give feedback.
  • Consumer vulnerability Our consumer vulnerability strategy focuses on understanding and supporting the individual needs of our customers. Find out how we're working to provide accessible, inclusive services and tailored support.
  • Stakeholder reports and publications View our stakeholder publications and reports where we have provided updates on the initiatives we are working on with our stakeholders and the actions we are taking as a result of stakeholder consultations and feedback.

Become a Stakeholder

Join our stakeholder community to share your views, provide feedback, and help shape the services and decisions that affect our customers and communities.

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Documents & Publications
  • Document library Access documents, publications and data published by SSEN Distribution.
  • G81 Library Find technical specifications, design guidance and operational documents for planning and designing connections to our network.
  • Connections useful documents Find guidance, forms and supporting documents for electricity connections to our network.
  • Charging statements and information View our charging statements and supporting information about network charges.
  • Distribution Use of System charges (DUoS) Find information about Distribution Use of System (DUoS) charges and how they apply.
  • Financial information View financial information and publications relating to SSEN Distribution.

Access our latest and upcoming business plans

Can’t find what you’re looking for? Browse our full library of tools and maps to support your connections journey.

Our strategy
Help & Support
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Power Cuts
  • Track or report a power cut Report a power cut, check if we're aware of it, and receive the latest updates on restoration progress in your area with our Power Track map.
  • WhatsApp If you have a power cut, dangerous situation or a question about a recent power cut, contact us via our WhatsApp where we are here to help 24/7.
  • Dangerous problem or situation? Please treat any electricity cables or equipment as live, stay at least 10 metres away, and call us immediately on 105.
  • Call 105 If you prefer to call, or are in an emergency situation, call our free-phone line 105 where our team are ready to help 24/7.
  • Priority Services If you, or someone in your household is vulnerable, and you are registered for our Priority Services, our team are on hand to help 24/7 on 0800 294 3259
  • Customers with hearing or speech impairments SignDirectory provide a Video Relay Service (VRS) where you can use BSL via a video link to interpreter whilst the interpreter talks with us via the phone.

Reimbursements

If you’ve had a power cut and we’ve offered you welfare support, you can use our form to request your reimbursement. Once submitted, we’ll review your claim and process it as soon as possible.

Make a claim
Connections
  • Call us about new or existing electricity connections Speak to our team for help with new or existing connections, upgrades, or for support with your application on 0800 048 3516 (option 2)
  • Working near our network? Looking to carry out work near our network or need to report a non-emergency issue? Call us on 0800 048 3516 (option 3) and our team can help.
  • Email us about new or existing electricity connections Have a question about your new or existing connection? Email our team and we will get back to you as soon as possible on connections@ssen.co.uk.
  • Book a meeting Learn more about your capacity options, possible challenges that could affect your project or get network information for your site by booking a meeting with us.
  • Contact and Escalation Guide (South) View escalation routes and relevant contacts available to you on your connections journey if you are based in our Central Southern England area.
  • Contact and Escalation Guide (North) View escalation routes and relevant contacts available to you on your connections journey if you are based in our North of Scotland area.

Before you get in touch...

Discover the services available to you, apply online, and easily track, manage, and update your application as your project progresses.

Explore our services
Customer Support
  • Complaints We hope you never need to make a complaint, but if something hasn't met your expectations, we're here to listen and help put things right.
  • Compliments Received excellent service from one of our teams? Share your experience with us and help us recognise those who have made a positive impact.
  • Enquiry or request information Whether you have a question or need more information, we're here to help. Send us your enquiry and a member of our team will get back to you.
  • Welfare reimbursements If you've been offered welfare support during a power cut, you can submit a claim for eligible expenses such as meals, drinks, and temporary accommodation.
  • Compensation for power cuts (Ofgem) Check if you're eligible for compensation following a power cut under Ofgem's Guaranteed Standards of Service.
  • Transmission queries If you need help or support with a Transmission-related enquiry, find the information and contact options available to assist you.

Contact our Customer Relations Team

If you'd rather speak to someone, our Customer Relations team is here to listen and help you.

Call us
Billing, Supplier & Payments
  • Find my electricity supplier Use your address to find your electricity supplier and who you pay for your electricity.
  • Find my network operator Enter your postcode to find your Distribution Network Operator and their contact details.
  • What is an MPAN? Find out what an MPAN is, where to find it and when you might need it.
  • Land rights and consents Find information about land rights and consents and why they may be needed for work on our network.
  • Refunds policy Find out about our refund policy for your connections project and when you may be eligible for a refund.

Give us feedback

We are committed to offering our customers the very best experience on our website and are keen to hear from you if there is anything we can do to make it better.

Feedback Form
Media Enquiries
  • Call our media team

    Need to speak to us about a media enquiry? We're available 24 hours a day.

    Call our media team
  • Email our media team

    Send our media team an enquiry and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

    Email our media team
  • Latest News

    Read the latest news, announcements and updates from SSEN Distribution.

    Latest News

SSE Energy Services

If you’re looking for SSE Energy Services, which has been part of OVO Energy since January 2020, you can find help with your energy account, bills and supply on their website.

SSE Energy Services
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North Acton electricity network boosted by multi-million pound upgrade

A multi-million pound investment by SSEN to boost the resilience and flexibility of its North West London infrastructure is set to start in January next year.

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  • Register
Power Cuts
  • Dangerous Problem? Please treat electricity cables as live, stay at least 10 metres away, and call us on 105
View all
Live Updates
  • Report a power cut

    Power cut in your area? Let us know and we’ll keep you informed with the latest updates until your power is restored.

    Report a power cut
  • Report damage

    If you see damage to our electricity network or anything that doesn’t seem right, keep well away and let us know.

    Report damage
  • Track live power cuts

    Find and track power cuts or planned outages near you on our live Power Track map.

    Track live power cuts
Get Extra Support
  • Extra support through our Priority Services If you or someone you care for needs additional support, our free Priority Services may be able to help. Find out if you're eligible and register today.
  • Ready to register or update your details? If you already know you're eligible for Priority Services, you can register, update your details, or manage an existing registration online today.
  • Home Battery Support We've started providing home battery packs to Priority Services customers who need extra support during power cuts. Find out how these batteries can help.
  • Promote Priority Services in your community Access a range of free resources, including posters, flyers and social media assets, to help raise awareness of the Priority Services and support those who may need it.

Need to get in touch?

Whether you need help from our Priority Services team or want to update or remove your registration, we're here to help.

Call us
Help & Advice
  • What to do in a power cut? Having a power cut can be particularly challenging for some customers. Find advice, support information and steps you can take to stay safe during a power cut.
  • How to prepare for a power cut? Find helpful advice on what to do before a planned power cut or severe weather event, so you can be ready for any interruption to your electricity supply.
  • Additional help during bad weather We know being without power can be difficult, particularly during severe weather or longer outages. Find out what extra support may be available.
  • Repeat power cuts We understand how frustrating repeated power cuts can be. Find out why they happen, how we investigate them, and the steps we take to improve your electricity supply.
  • Emergency planning While emergencies are rare, it’s important to know what to do if they happen. Explore practical advice to help you stay safe, prepared and resilient, especially during the winter months.
  • Keeping safe Safety is our number one priority - If it's not safe, we don't do it. Learn how to keep yourself, your family and your pets safe when working, playing or spending time near our electricity network.

Need extra support during a power cut?

Our free Priority Services can provide additional help before, during and after a power cut for you, a family member or someone you care for. Find out if you're eligible and how to register.

Check and register
Planned Power Cuts
  • What to expect

    We sometimes need to switch off your power to carry out essential maintenance or upgrade our network. Use our resources to help plan ahead.

    What to expect
  • Track a planned power cut

    Track your planned power cut online to get the latest updates and stay informed. Follow progress and see when your power is expected to be restored.

    Track a planned power cut
  • Register for extra support

    If you or someone you care for needs additional support, our free Priority Services may be able to help. Find out if you're eligible and register today.

    Register for extra support

Do you have an upcoming planned power cut?

Had a letter or notification about a planned power cut? If you’d like to talk it through, send us a message on WhatsApp and our team will be happy to help.

Send us a message
Safety & Maintenance
View all services
Overhead Lines
  • Shrouding Cover or protect our overhead cables while working near our network.
  • Tree cutting Arrange for our specialist tree cutting team to remove trees or bushes growing near our network.
  • Overhead line assessment If you’re planning building work or using tall vehicles near our overhead cables, we can visit and make sure they’re at a safe height for your work.
  • Pole assessment If you’ve spotted a leaning electricity pole or a damaged stay wire, we can come out to check it’s safe and carry out any repairs needed.
  • Unclip / Reclip We can visit your property to safely remove the overhead cable so you can carry out your work. Once you’re finished, we’ll come back and reattach it.
  • Refix bracket If your overhead cable bracket is loose or missing a screw, we’ll come out to check it and securely fix or replace it.

Do you need to report damage to our overhead network?

If you notice damage to our network, stay well away and call us on 105 immediately.

Call 105
Underground Cables
  • Check for underground cables before you dig

    Planning building, fencing or landscaping work? Check where our underground cables are before you start, so you can plan your work and dig safely.

    Check before you dig
  • Stay safe around underground cables

    Find safety advice for working near underground cables, including what to consider before you start and how to avoid potential hazards.

    Stay safe around underground cables

Do you need to report damage to our underground cables?

If you spot damage to our cables, stay well away and call us on 105 immediately. 

Call 105
Substations
  • Substation clearance

    If a substation has rubbish, fly-tipping or overgrown vegetation, we can come out and clear it.

    Substation clearance
  • Substation access

    If you or a third party requires access to our substation, we will arrange for our engineer to give you access.

    Substation access
  • Substation repair

    If you have noticed our substation is damaged we will attend and carry out the repairs needed.

    Substation repair

Do you need to report damage to our substation or equipment?

If you notice damage to our substation or equipment, stay well away and call us on 105 immediately.

Call 105
Equipment
  • Change cut out fuse If your fuse holder is damaged or faulty, we will change this for you.
  • Protective Multiple Earthing (PME) Your electrician may suggest that you install or upgrade your earthing system. We will check if PME is available.
  • Replace Meter Board If your meter board is damaged or missing and our equipment is attached to it (cut out fuse or power cable), we can help.
  • Replace Meter Box You may need us to replace your meter box if it is damaged. We can replace this, but you will need to buy the meter box yourself.
  • De-energise / Re-energise If you need to complete work that requires the power to be off, we can temporarily turn your power off (de-energise) so you can do this work safely.
  • Temporary Isolation If you need to work near our electricity network, we can temporarily turn your power off so you can do this safely.

Application for design submission for telecoms network providers

If you have a framework agreement in place you can request joint use of any of our low voltage (LV) poles.

Apply now
Safety & Advice
  • Keeping safe

    Find advice to help you, your family and pets stay safe around our electricity network and potential hazards.

    Keeping safe
  • Equipment on your land

    Find out about electrical equipment on your land, what it means for you and when you may need our help.

    Equipment on your land
  • Helpful resources

    Find helpful safety resources and guidance for working or playing safely around our electricity network and equipment.

    Helpful resources

Do you need to report damage to our electricity network?

If you’ve damaged an underground cable or overhead line, or spot something that isn't quite right, please keep yourself and others well away from this and call 105 immediately so we can help.

Call 105
Connections & Services
View all services
New Connections
  • Connect 1-4 Whether it's a permanent or temporary connection for a home, business or building work, we're here to help
  • Connect 5 or more Planning a development with multiple electricity connections? Whether it's a new housing site or a commercial development, we're here to help.
  • Connect a large project Working on a large housing, commercial or industrial development? We're here to support your electricity connection needs.
  • Connect as an ICP/IDNO If you're a NERS-accredited provider working on behalf of a customer, we can support you with the non-contestable services you need.

Need an instant estimate for connecting 1–4 homes or a business?

Apply online using our self-serve tool to get an instant estimate and choose to move forward with a formal quote.

Get an estimate
Existing Connections
  • Move

    Planning an extension or renovation, or need to move your meter, cables or overhead wires? We've got you covered.

    Find out more
  • Modify

    Need to check your power supply or upgrade it for new technology at your property? We can help.

    Find out more
  • Disconnect

    Do you need us to temporarily or permanently turn off your power so you can safely complete your work or project?

    Find out more

Need an instant estimate for moving your meter?

Apply online using our self-serve tool to get an instant estimate and choose to move forward with a formal quote.

Get an estimate
EV, Solar & Heat Pumps
  • Electric Vehicles (EV)

    Whether you're adding a charger at your home or work, or developing large EV charging setups, we're here to support your connection needs.

    Find out more
  • Solar & Generation

    If you're installing solar, battery storage or other generation systems like wind, we can guide you through connecting to our network.

    Find out more
  • Heat Pumps

    Considering a heat pump for your home or business? We’ll help you understand what’s involved, what’s required and how to connect it to our network.

    Find out more

Considering a heat pump for your home or business? We’ll help you understand the process and what’s required.

Because the work must be carried out by a qualified installer, your first step is to choose one. They’ll manage the process for you and will get in touch with us if your installation needs to be registered or if your electricity supply requires an upgrade

Future Energy
  • Distribution System Operation (DSO) We're doing a power of work to get more people and projects connected to a growing electricity system.
  • Flexibility Services Explore opportunities for homes, businesses and energy partners to support the network and help meet future energy demand.
  • Whole System Learn how our whole system approach brings together organisations and communities to unlock opportunities and deliver better outcomes for everyone.
  • Publication & Reports Explore our reports, strategies and roadmaps to understand how we're planning for the future, gathering feedback and making informed decisions for our customers and communities
  • Open Data Portal Unlock access to our published data and insights, providing a single source of information to support informed decision making, innovation and greater understanding of our network.

View our DSO Action Plan

Find out where are are in making the electricity system smarter, fairer, more flexible and decarbonised on our year of delivery.

Read our action plan
Tools & Resources
  • Data Portal A single point of access for data published by SSEN Distribution.
  • G81 Library We have prepared a number of detailed design, technical specification and operational documents for the planning and design of connections to the network.
  • Centralised Network View Map A map providing an interactive view of our electricity network, showing the relationships between primary substations, grid supply points (GSPs), bulk supply points (BSPs) and associated network areas.
  • Electric Office (EO) Electric Office (EO) provides a cross technology end to end view of the electricity network, combining the fully connected electrical system with Google mapping systems. You must log in to use Electric Office.
  • Competition in Connections When customers have a choice, competition encourages providers to deliver better services. We continue to work with Ofgem, ICPs and IDNOs to expand the range of work that can be opened up to competition.
  • HV Network Schematics Access our HV Network Schematics for both SSEN North and South regions. These documents when used with the Network Rating and Loading Data sheets will allow the assessment of POCs.

View all our resources

Can't find what you're looking for? Browse our full library of tools and maps to support your connections journey.

View all
Our Company
  • Latest News Find out what is happening and the latest updates from us
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About Us
  • Our business Learn more about who we are, what we do, and how we work to keep electricity flowing to homes, businesses, and communities across our region.
  • Our vision and strategy Discover how we're connecting communities and helping build a decarbonised future. Our plans to invest in the electricity network, and deliver for our customers.
  • Environment and sustainability Discover how we're working to become a leading Distribution Network Operator on the path to net zero, and the actions we're taking to make sustainability part of every aspect of our business.
  • Our projects We're investing in our electricity network to support growing demand. Explore current projects in your area and learn how we're delivering essential improvements for customers and communities.
  • Our communities Find out how we're investing in communities across our network area through funding, partnerships, and initiatives that help people, businesses, and local organisations thrive.
  • Careers Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference? Explore opportunities at SSEN and discover how you can help power communities while building skills, experience, and a career you can be proud of.

ED3 Business Plan

Discover our plans to strengthen the network, support communities, and enable a cleaner energy future.

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Our Connections Business
  • Competition in Connections Explore your connection options and find support for connecting to our electricity network.
  • Major Connections Incentive (MCI) Find out how we're improving the connections experience for customers and supporting projects that help drive growth and decarbonisation.
  • Connections Reform Connections Reform is changing the way projects connect to the electricity network. Understand the latest changes to the connections process and how they may affect your project.
  • Connections Surgeries Talk to our experts and book a virtual meeting to discuss your project, explore network capacity, and get the information you need to make informed decisions at the early stages of your project.
  • Land rights Understand the permissions needed for new electricity connections, what it means if SSEN equipment is on your land, and your rights and responsibilities as a landowner.
  • Working near our infrastructure Learn how to work safely near our network and access guidance, support, and network information for projects taking place near SSEN electricity equipment and infrastructure.

Connections Useful Documents

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Engagement & Events
  • Engaging with our stakeholders Discover how we're working with customers, communities, and partners to shape our services and support better outcomes for everyone.
  • Events near you Find out about upcoming events and engagement opportunities where you can get involved and give feedback.
  • Consumer vulnerability Our consumer vulnerability strategy focuses on understanding and supporting the individual needs of our customers. Find out how we're working to provide accessible, inclusive services and tailored support.
  • Stakeholder reports and publications View our stakeholder publications and reports where we have provided updates on the initiatives we are working on with our stakeholders and the actions we are taking as a result of stakeholder consultations and feedback.

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Join our stakeholder community to share your views, provide feedback, and help shape the services and decisions that affect our customers and communities.

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Documents & Publications
  • Document library Access documents, publications and data published by SSEN Distribution.
  • G81 Library Find technical specifications, design guidance and operational documents for planning and designing connections to our network.
  • Connections useful documents Find guidance, forms and supporting documents for electricity connections to our network.
  • Charging statements and information View our charging statements and supporting information about network charges.
  • Distribution Use of System charges (DUoS) Find information about Distribution Use of System (DUoS) charges and how they apply.
  • Financial information View financial information and publications relating to SSEN Distribution.

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Power Cuts
  • Track or report a power cut Report a power cut, check if we're aware of it, and receive the latest updates on restoration progress in your area with our Power Track map.
  • WhatsApp If you have a power cut, dangerous situation or a question about a recent power cut, contact us via our WhatsApp where we are here to help 24/7.
  • Dangerous problem or situation? Please treat any electricity cables or equipment as live, stay at least 10 metres away, and call us immediately on 105.
  • Call 105 If you prefer to call, or are in an emergency situation, call our free-phone line 105 where our team are ready to help 24/7.
  • Priority Services If you, or someone in your household is vulnerable, and you are registered for our Priority Services, our team are on hand to help 24/7 on 0800 294 3259
  • Customers with hearing or speech impairments SignDirectory provide a Video Relay Service (VRS) where you can use BSL via a video link to interpreter whilst the interpreter talks with us via the phone.

Reimbursements

If you’ve had a power cut and we’ve offered you welfare support, you can use our form to request your reimbursement. Once submitted, we’ll review your claim and process it as soon as possible.

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Connections
  • Call us about new or existing electricity connections Speak to our team for help with new or existing connections, upgrades, or for support with your application on 0800 048 3516 (option 2)
  • Working near our network? Looking to carry out work near our network or need to report a non-emergency issue? Call us on 0800 048 3516 (option 3) and our team can help.
  • Email us about new or existing electricity connections Have a question about your new or existing connection? Email our team and we will get back to you as soon as possible on connections@ssen.co.uk.
  • Book a meeting Learn more about your capacity options, possible challenges that could affect your project or get network information for your site by booking a meeting with us.
  • Contact and Escalation Guide (South) View escalation routes and relevant contacts available to you on your connections journey if you are based in our Central Southern England area.
  • Contact and Escalation Guide (North) View escalation routes and relevant contacts available to you on your connections journey if you are based in our North of Scotland area.

Before you get in touch...

Discover the services available to you, apply online, and easily track, manage, and update your application as your project progresses.

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Customer Support
  • Complaints We hope you never need to make a complaint, but if something hasn't met your expectations, we're here to listen and help put things right.
  • Compliments Received excellent service from one of our teams? Share your experience with us and help us recognise those who have made a positive impact.
  • Enquiry or request information Whether you have a question or need more information, we're here to help. Send us your enquiry and a member of our team will get back to you.
  • Welfare reimbursements If you've been offered welfare support during a power cut, you can submit a claim for eligible expenses such as meals, drinks, and temporary accommodation.
  • Compensation for power cuts (Ofgem) Check if you're eligible for compensation following a power cut under Ofgem's Guaranteed Standards of Service.
  • Transmission queries If you need help or support with a Transmission-related enquiry, find the information and contact options available to assist you.

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If you'd rather speak to someone, our Customer Relations team is here to listen and help you.

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Billing, Supplier & Payments
  • Find my electricity supplier Use your address to find your electricity supplier and who you pay for your electricity.
  • Find my network operator Enter your postcode to find your Distribution Network Operator and their contact details.
  • What is an MPAN? Find out what an MPAN is, where to find it and when you might need it.
  • Land rights and consents Find information about land rights and consents and why they may be needed for work on our network.
  • Refunds policy Find out about our refund policy for your connections project and when you may be eligible for a refund.

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    Read the latest news, announcements and updates from SSEN Distribution.

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Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks is a trading name of: Scottish and Southern Energy Power Distribution Limited Registered in Scotland No. SC213459; Scottish Hydro Electric Transmission plc Registered in Scotland No. SC213461; Scottish Hydro Electric Power Distribution plc Registered in Scotland No. SC213460; (all having their Registered Offices at Inveralmond House 200 Dunkeld Road Perth PH1 3AQ); and Southern Electric Power Distribution plc Registered in England; Wales No. 04094290 having their Registered Office at No. 1 Forbury Place 43 Forbury Road Reading RG1 3JH which are members of the SSE Group