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Ofgem chief Brearley to leave for UK energy department role

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Posted on March 6, 2026

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March 6 (Reuters) - British energy regulator Ofgem said on Friday its chief Jonathan Brearley will step down from his role at the end of March to take up the position of permanent secretary at the

Ofgem Chief Jonathan Brearley Steps Down for UK Energy Department Role

Leadership Transition at Ofgem

Jonathan Brearley's Departure Announcement

Timeline for Stepping Down

March 6 (Reuters) - British energy regulator Ofgem said on Friday its chief Jonathan Brearley will step down from his role at the end of March to take up the position of permanent secretary at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.  

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(Reporting by Yamini Kalia in Bengaluru)

Key Takeaways

  • Jonathan Brearley, Ofgem chief since February 2020 and re‑appointed until January 2030, will leave at end‑March to become permanent secretary at DESNZ (gov.uk)
  • He succeeds Jeremy Pocklington, who served as permanent secretary at DESNZ from February 2023 until November 2025 (en.wikipedia.org)
  • His move marks a shift from regulatory oversight at Ofgem into central government’s energy policy and strategy leadership amid key reforms in energy security, net zero transition and consumer protection (committees.parliament.uk)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is stepping down as chief of Ofgem?
Jonathan Brearley is stepping down as chief of Ofgem.
When will Jonathan Brearley leave Ofgem?
Jonathan Brearley will leave Ofgem at the end of March.
What position will Jonathan Brearley take after leaving Ofgem?
He will become the permanent secretary at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.
Why is Jonathan Brearley leaving Ofgem?
He is leaving to take up a new role at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.

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