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Construction, operation and decommissioning of onshore electricity transmission infrastructure associated with the Spiorad na Mara Offshore…

Onshore Transmission Works Spiorad Na Mara Offshore Wind Farm Barvas Isle Of Lewis

Official description

Construction, operation and decommissioning of onshore electricity transmission infrastructure associated with the Spiorad na Mara Offshore Windfarm, comprising: up to 12 electricity cables and associated transmission joint bays (TJBs) to the landfall point; up to two onshore substations (one located at landfall and one to the southwest of Stornoway); underground electricity cables and associated infrastructure connecting the TJBs and onshore substation(s) with the SSEN Lewis Hub; temporary and permanent access roads and tracks; and associated access, ancillary infrastructure and works. [Note: The period for representations to be submitted to Comhairle nan Eilean Siar closed on 12 August 2026]

Council
Western Isles
Reference
26/00167/PPDM
Application type
Planning Permission (Detailed) Maj-Nat
Status
Awaiting Decision
Submitted
2 Jun 2026
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