Priority Services Register

Get support tailored to your needs by joining the Priority Services Register.

It tells them if you:

need help to manage your account or
would be in danger if your gas, electricity or water supply was interrupted.

The Priority Services Register (PSR) is a free service provided by energy and water companies in the UK.

Here’s a simple guide to how it works.

Who can register?

You can sign up to the PSR if you:

are of state pension age

are disabled or have a long-term medical condition

have a hearing or sight condition

rely on medical equipment that needs power or water

have a mental health condition

are recovering from an injury

have children under 5 or are pregnant

have additional communication needs – for example, if you need documents in another format or language

How do you sign up?

Joining the PSR is quick and easy — and it could make a real difference. It will only take a few minutes to complete the form and we’ll take care of the rest, working directly with your energy network operator to ensure you get the support you need.

What is an energy network operator?

They own and run the pipes and wires that carry gas and electricity to your home.

What support could you get by signing up to the PSR?

The support you could get depends on your needs. Here are some examples:

Communication to suit your needs, like large print, braille, textphone, audio, or a language other than English

A delivery of portable generators or bottled water if you use medical equipment/aids that use electricity or water during a supply interruption

A password scheme for when your supplier calls or visits. This is where you agree a password of your choice to verify their identity

Notice ahead of time for planned supply interruptions (like when maintenance work is being carried out on power lines), so you can plan ahead

Nominate someone, like a friend, family member, carer or friend, to manage your account for you

Get copies of your bills and correspondence sent to 
a friend, carer or relative who helps you

Interpreter service during phone calls if English isn’t 
your preferred or first language

Regular, free meter reads if no one in your 
household can read your meter

A free prepayment meter move if no one in your household can access your meter (eligibility criteria applies)

Knock and wait if you need more time to answer 
the door if your supplier visits

Free gas safety check to make sure your gas appliances are working safely (eligibility criteria applies)