Public invited to share views on plans for new clean power substation connection in Fasnakyle and Tomchrasky Wind Farm Connection

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Members of the public are invited to attend consultation events later this month to share their views on a new electricity transmission connection between the existing Fasnakyle substation and the proposed Bingally substation, and also to provide feedback on alignment options for the proposed Tomchrasky Wind Farm Connection.

A consultation event for both projects will be held in Cannich Hall on Monday 25 August, 3.30pm-7pm, with an additional event being held on Tuesday 26 August, 4pm-7pm, in The Hub, Dalchreichart, Glenmoriston for the Tomchrasky Wind Farm Connection project. 

Fasnakyle to Bingally 132kV Connection

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 onto the wider electricity transmission network. 

The proposals include creating a new 132kV connection using a combination of overhead line and underground cable. This will include using the existing towers from Fasnakyle substation, new towers and underground cable between both substations. The total connection is expected to be around 10km in length.  

Members of the public are invited to attend a consultation event in Cannich on Monday 25 August, from 3.30pm to 7pm, to learn more about the project, view alignment 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.  

The event follows on from an earlier round of public consultation which took place in March this year.

Tomchrasky Wind Farm Connection

Information will also be available about the proposed Tomchrasky Wind Farm Connection project, where members of the public are invited to share their views about potential alignment options.  This follows on from initial route consultation carried out in November 2024. 

The project involves creating a new overhead line from the proposed Tomchrasky Wind Farm substation - subject to planning consent - which will then connect into the proposed Bingally 400kV substation and onto the wider transmission electricity network, helping to support clean power targets and the country’s move towards net zero. 

The proposals include plans for a single circuit 132kV steel trident pole arrangement to support the overhead line running approximately 16km in length.

In addition to the public consultation event in Cannich Hall on Monday 25 August, 3.30pm-7pm, members of the public are also invited to attend an event held on Tuesday 26 August, 4-7pm at The Hub, Dalchreichart, Glenmoriston. 

Rebecca Simister, SSEN Transmission Senior Project Manager, commented: “We’re committed to engaging meaningfully with the local community, ensuring their perspectives are not only heard but actively considered throughout our planning and decision making for both of these projects.

“These consultations mark a key milestone in the wider ambitions to create a resilient and future-ready energy network in the north of Scotland.  By linking the proposed Bingally substation to the existing transmission system as well as preparing a connection for the proposed Tomchrasky Wind Farm, we’re supporting national goals for energy security and a cleaner, greener power supply.

“We encourage anyone interested in these projects to come along to our events, meet our team, learn more, and share your thoughts.”

Attendees will have the chance to view project materials, ask questions, and submit feedback during the events. For those unable to attend in person, additional information and opportunities to provide input will be available online at:

The deadline for public feedback for the Fasnakyle to Bingally connection is Monday 6 October, with Tuesday 7 October the last date for feedback on the Tomchrasky Wind Farm Connection.  All stakeholders are invited to share their views, and everyone is encouraged to contribute their opinions to shape the future of the local energy network.

The Fasnakyle to Bingally 132kV connection is part of the wider Bingally 400kV substation plans, which is one of a series of major onshore and offshore projects that 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, it 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.  

Learn more about the projects here: https://www.ssen-transmission.co.uk/projects/project-map/fasnakyle-to-bingally-132kv-connection/?panel=panel-2

https://www.ssen-transmission.co.uk/projects/project-map/tomchrasky-wind-farm-connection/