Highland Council to Decide on Controversial Fanellan Substation Amid Public Opposition
POWER GRIDS & TRANSMISSION
Highland councillors are set to meet to discuss the Fanellan substation proposal, which faces 2000 objections. The campaign group Communities B4 Power Companies argues that the project is premature and lacks proper access plans.
In contrast, several construction firms support the project, citing economic benefits. A previous decision to defer the hearing for a site visit was affected by bad weather. Concerns about road safety and environmental assessments remain unresolved, particularly regarding the access bridge.

Feb 5, 2026, 12:23 PM