
What the guide covers
TNUoS — Transmission Network Use of System — is the charge that recovers the cost of building and operating the national high-voltage electricity grid.
From 1 April 2026, it rose by an average of 62% for commercial sites. For some manufacturers, that means an additional £40,000–£80,000 on this year’s electricity bill.

This guide explains what TNUoS is, why it rose, and what your business should check right now.
What TNUoS is and how it appears on your bill
Why charges rose 62% in April 2026
The North-South geographic divide
How your charging band is calculated
Triads: the charge you can still manage
Six actions to take right now
Want to go further?
The guide tells you what to look for. A Tritility review tells you what it means for your specific sites — your band, your zone, your contract treatment, and your exposure through to 2031. It’s free and takes one conversation.
