SSEN to hold public event in Cannich over proposals for new 132kv link between Fasnakyle and proposed Bingally substation
A consultation event is being held in Cannich next week to invite views for a new electricity transmission connection between the existing Fasnakyle substation and the proposed Bingally substation.
Subject to planning consent, the project is required to connect the proposed new Bingally 400kV substation to the existing Fasnakyle substation, which will allow for connection to the wider electricity transmission network.
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The proposals include creating a new 132kV connection using a combination of overhead line and underground cable between both substations.
The total connection is expected to be around 10km in length.
Members of the public are offer their viewpoint on the proposal at Cannich Hall this Tuesday, March 25 from 4pm to 7.30pm.
There they can learn more about the project, view route options for the connection and share any initial feedback on the proposals.
Members of the project team will be on hand to answer any questions and take on board any feedback about the plans.
Johnny Roach, SSEN Transmission Project Manager said: “We are committed to working closely with the community to ensure that their voices are heard and that we take their views into account as part of our decision-making process.
“This consultation is an important step in building reliable and sustainable energy infrastructure for Fasnakyle, which will ultimately connect the proposed new Bingally Substation into the existing transmission network and help us to achieve the country’s energy security and clean power objectives.
“We encourage anyone with an interest in the project to join us at the event in Cannich to attend, meet the team and share any views they have with us.”
Attendees will have the chance to view project materials, ask questions, and submit feedback during the event.
For those unable to attend in person, additional information and opportunities to provide input will be available online at: ssen-transmission.co.uk/fbc.
The deadline for public feedback is Tuesday May 6.
The Fasnakyle to Bingally 132kV connection forms part of wider Bingally 400kV substation plans, which is one of a series of major onshore and offshore projects SSEN Transmission is taking forward through a £20bn investment to upgrade the transmission network across the north of Scotland.
Known as the Pathway to 2030 programme, SSEN Transmission say the project will create and support thousands of jobs in the region, both at SSEN Transmission and through the wider supply chain, while delivering an anticipated £100m+ in community benefit funding for communities located close to new transmission infrastructure.
