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Written question asked by Lady Hermon (Independent (affiliation)) on Wednesday, 15 November 2017, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 20 November 2017. It was answered by James Brokenshire (Conservative) on Tuesday, 21 November 2017 on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office.


Electricity Interconnectors: Northern Ireland

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what progress he has made on the construction of the North/South Interconnector; and if he will make a statement on the timetable for its construction.

Answer

The new North/South electricity interconnector has been given planning approval in Ireland and a recommendation from the Planning and Appeals Commission in Northern Ireland is expected shortly.

Construction of the interconnector has been estimated at approximately three years.

We remain supportive of the development of a new North/South interconnector and recognise that there is strong support in Northern Ireland and Ireland to see this happen.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
113417
Session
2017-19
Subjects
Construction Northern Ireland Republic of Ireland Electricity interconnectors
Link
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