If we must have the powerlines, put them underground

For over 50 years the community has been uncomplaining host to a major electricity sub-station. Government targets for renewable power from the Highlands indicate at least THREE huge powerlines with mega-pylons will have to be built/upgraded through or around our communities. These lines will converge with other existing powerlines to create a high voltage bottleneck at Balblair.

While some communities can expect windfall-millions for being near windfarms, Beauly and its neighbours will receive worse than NOTHING. The health of our children, our lifestyles, environment and economies are under threat. The first new line from Beauly to the south is imminent. It, and future lines/upgrades, CAN and MUST be buried as they go through our communities, into and out of Balblair sub-station.

For an easy-to-understand document outlining the arguments for burying powerlines you can view or download a report (ICF Report Pylon Aug 04) in .pdf format from our library.