Scottish Hydro Electric Transmission: pre-construction funding and licence consultation
- Publication type:
- Consultation
- Status:
- Open
- Publication date:
- Closing date:
- Topic:
- Electricity transmission
- Industry sector:
- Transmission Network
- Licence type:
- Electricity Transmission Licence
We are seeking views on the Accelerated Strategic Transmission Investment (ASTI) Pre-Construction Funding (PCF) application made by Scottish Hydro Electric Transmission (SHET) in relation to eight electricity transmission projects.
Who should respond
We would like views from people with an interest in new transmission infrastructure, meeting the net zero challenge, and competition in onshore transmission networks. We particularly welcome responses from consumer groups, stakeholders impacted by the project, stakeholders with an interest in the costs of electricity transmission infrastructure, and transmission owners. We would also welcome responses from other stakeholders and the public.
Background
The British Energy Security Strategy set out the Government's ambition to connect up to 50GW of offshore generation to the electricity network by 2030. In December 2022 we introduced a new Accelerated Strategic Transmission Investment (ASTI) framework that will assess, fund and incentivise the accelerated delivery of large strategic transmission projects required to deliver on the Government's ambition.
This consultation seeks input from stakeholders in relation to providing SHET with ASTI PCF to fund for Pre-Construction Works activities required to accelerate delivery of eight ASTI projects ahead of submitting planning consent.
Why your views matter
We want to hear your views on SHET’s PCF application. We encourage respondents to consider the specific questions outlined within this consultation. Your responses to this consultation will inform our decision.
How to respond
This consultation closes on 07 November 2025. Please send your response to MajorProjects.LTPD@ofgem.gov.uk
Consultation documents