25 Feb 2003

Merger referred.

Feb/March

Collection and analysis of evidence, third party hearings.

Early April

Further third party hearings, issues statement published.

Mid April

Group visits. Hearing with Centrica.

Late April/early May

Consideration of conclusions. Possible preparation of remedies letter. Drafting of factual chapters.

Mid-May/Mid-June

Remedies hearing with Centrica. Checking of chapter drafts with parties.

Late May/June

Drafting of conclusions and summary.

9 July

Last day for submitting report