Oral Question·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
“What discussions she has had with the Scottish Borders Council on the Cross Border Connection.”
Tabled: 15 September 2026Answered: 13 October 2026
Asked by
John Lamont
Conservative — Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk
Answering Minister
the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero
Answer from Hansard
The Minister for Energy (Michael Shanks)
National Grid Electricity Transmission has concluded its first consultation on the English section of the cross-border connection, with further consultation expected next year. The Scottish section is being developed by SP Energy Networks; consenting decisions on that portion are the responsibility of Scottish Ministers. It is for the developers to progress their proposals and to seek the necessary consents.