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Contracts for Difference (CfD) Allocation Round 8: allocation framework

The Contract Allocation Framework sets out the rules for Contracts for Difference (CfD) Allocation Round 8 (AR8) and the eligibility requirements applicants must satisfy.

Applies to England, Scotland and Wales

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Details

Contract Allocation Framework

Sets out the eligibility requirements and other rules relating to how the allocation round is to be run.

Note: rule numbering is in section 24.1(m)

Contract Allocation Framework - Schedule 5

Application checks to be carried out by the Delivery Body.

Note: rule numbering comes under the Remote Island Wind eligibility criteria.

Western Isles schematic diagram template

RIW applicants must present to NESO, as per Schedule 5 of the CAF, to demonstrate compliance with reg 27A(3). NESO pass to LCCC under Rule 22 CAF. Supplied by SSE Networks.

Orkney schematic diagram template

RIW applicants must present to NESO, as per Schedule 5 of the CAF, to demonstrate compliance with reg 27A(3). NESO pass to LCCC under Rule 22 CAF. Supplied by SSE Networks.

Shetland Isles schematic diagram template

RIW applicants must present to NESO, as per Schedule 5 of the CAF, to demonstrate compliance with reg 27A(3). NESO pass to LCCC under Rule 22 CAF. Supplied by SSE Networks.

Contract Allocation Framework for CfD Allocation Round 8

The draft Allocation Framework for CfD Allocation Round 8 (AR8) sets out:

  • the rules for Allocation Round 8
  • the eligibility requirements that applicants must satisfy

Updates to this page

Published 1 June 2026
Last updated 6 July 2026 Show all updates
  1. Published the Western Isles, Orkney and Shetland Isles schematic diagram templates, and the Contract Allocation Framework.

  2. First published.

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