Timeline to determine the Default Market Offer applying for 2026–27
| Date | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 5 November 2025 | DMO 8 issues paper published |
| Mid-November 2025 | DMO 8 issues paper stakeholder engagement |
| 26 November 2025 | DMO 8 issues paper submissions due |
| Prior to draft determination | Regulations amended to bring new DMO framework into effect |
| March 2026 | DMO 8 draft determination published for consultation |
| April 2026 | DMO 8 draft determination submissions due |
| 26 May 2026 | DMO 8 final determination published |
| 1 July 2026 | DMO 8 in force |