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Tim Jarvis has been appointed as the permanent chief executive of Ofgem, Britain's energy watchdog, following his role as interim boss since March. He succeeds Jonathan Brearley who stepped down after six years during which he navigated through the COVID-19 pandemic and an energy crisis caused by Russia’s war in Ukraine. The appointment highlights a need for continuity and future evolution of Ofgem to meet the demands of a changing energy system, particularly as energy prices rise due to conflicts affecting oil and gas supplies.
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Tim Jarvis has been appointed as the permanent boss of Britain’s energy watchdog Ofgem, taking over from interim roles since March. He succeeds Jonathan Brearley, who stepped down after a six-year tenure marked by leadership through both the Covid-19 pandemic and the energy crisis caused by Russia's war in Ukraine. The board, under chairman Mark McAllister, emphasizes that Jarvis is "the right person to lead Ofgem through its next chapter," highlighting continuity while focusing on future challenges. This appointment comes at a critical time as the average household energy bill in England, Scotland, and Wales reached £1,723 following a 4% increase in the price cap.
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Britain’s energy watchdog Ofgem appoints Tim Jarvis as permanent boss
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Mr Jarvis had been the regulator’s interim boss since March and will now take on the position on a permanent basis.
He succeeds former chief executive Jonathan Brearley who stepped down after a six-year tenure, having led the regulator through the Covid-19 pandemic and the energy crisis sparked by Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Ofgem’s chairman Mark McAllister said it had been a “rigorous recruitment process” and the board was confident that Mr Jarvis was “the right person to lead Ofgem through its next chapter”.
“His appointment provides continuity, but it is also about the future,” he said.
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“It gives Ofgem a clear mandate to build on the progress already made, strengthen our impact for consumers and continue evolving to meet the demands of a rapidly changing energy system.”
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The appointment comes as Ofgem’s energy price cap increased by 4% at the beginning of the month.
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The bill for the average household in England, Scotland and Wales paying by direct debit for gas and electricity has reached £1,723, up £5 a month or £60 a year if this level was sustained over 12 months.
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Prices are being pushed higher by the escalating conflict in the Middle East and disruption to supplies of oil and gas through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Ofgem’s price cap sets a maximum price that suppliers can charge customers for each unit of gas and electricity they use.
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Mr Jarvis said: “We know many households remain concerned about energy costs and the challenges they may face this winter.
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“Ofgem will continue working closely with government, suppliers, consumer organisations and other partners to protect consumers, support those most in need and ensure the market works as effectively as possible.”
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He also said the regulator needed to “evolve” to support the UK’s transition to a more sustainable energy system, including encouraging investment and reform.
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Energy Secretary Miatta Fahnbulleh said: “I welcome Tim’s appointment and look forward to continuing our work together to create a fair and affordable energy market with consumers at its heart.”
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