Past webinar

Preparing for BICS: What businesses need to know before applications open

Watch the BICS webinar replay to learn about the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme, including eligibility, application requirements and key considerations for energy-intensive businesses.
September 3, 2026
11:00 am

Featured Speakers

Zach Crossland
Head Of Energy, Leyton UK
Dean McKay
UK Energy Lead, Leyton UK
What you will learn

How the UK Energy landscape Is evolving and what it means for you

01
BICS Overview & Impact
Understand the scheme’s core objectives and how reducing your electricity costs directly boosts your cash flow.
03
Application Preparation
Learn the concrete data and documentation you need to gather right now to ensure a successful application.
02
Eligibility Requirements
Discover exactly who qualifies and the key operational criteria your business must meet to secure this advantage.
04
Challenges & Live Q&A
Navigate common pitfalls before applying, and ask our experts how to turn this opportunity into a measurable reality.

About the webinar

The BICS webinar replay explores the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS) and what businesses need to know about eligibility, electricity cost relief and the application process.

The scheme provided eligible energy-intensive businesses with significant relief from electricity costs. With applications opening on 1 October 2026, the webinar explored the key requirements, how businesses could prepare for an application, and the practical considerations to keep in mind.

Our experts explained how the scheme works, who was likely to be eligible, and the practical steps businesses needed to take. We covered the key information and documentation required, highlighted common challenges to be aware of, and answered questions during a live Q&A.

Whether you were already assessing your eligibility or just beginning to explore the scheme, this webinar provided the knowledge and practical guidance needed to understand the application process and prepare effectively.

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