PART IGENERAL PROVISIONS

Article 4Objectives and regulatory aspects

1.

This Regulation aims at:

(a)

determining common operational security requirements and principles;

(b)

determining common F1... system operational planning principles;

(c)

determining common load-frequency control processes and control structures;

(d)

ensuring the conditions for maintaining operational security F2...;

(e)

ensuring the conditions for maintaining a frequency quality level F3in the GB synchronous area;

(f)

promoting the coordination of system operation and operational planning;

(g)

ensuring and enhancing the transparency and reliability of information on transmission system operation;

(h)

contributing to the efficient operation and development of the electricity transmission system and electricity sector F4....

2.

When applying this Regulation, F5the Secretary of State, the regulatory authority, and system operators shall:

(a)

apply the principles of proportionality and non-discrimination;

(b)

ensure transparency;

(c)

apply the principle of optimisation between the highest overall efficiency and lowest total costs for all parties involved;

(d)

ensure TSOs make use of market-based mechanisms as far as possible, to ensure network security and stability;

(e)

respect the responsibility assigned to the relevant TSO in order to ensure system security F6...;

(f)

consult with relevant DSOs and take account of potential impacts on their system; and

(g)

take into consideration agreed F7... standards and technical specifications.