What steps it will take to secure an increase in the carrying capacity of the undersea electricity cable from Carradale in Kintyre to Imach…

Management of the Transmission Network in this area is primarily a matter for Scottish and Southern Energy and National Grid. We understand that there is interest in increased generation opportunities in the area, although the current system only provides limited potential for exporting electricity. Scottish and Southern Energy are currently reviewing transmission solutions to try to release additional capacity on this network. The Scottish Government is in contact with Scottish and Southern Energy on this issue and will meet National Grid very shortly.