The information provided in this section is guidance for national, regional and local planning authorities and other statutory consultees.  National Grid is regularly consulted on issues of local, regional and national importance.

We also need to comply with various planning regimes ourselves whenever we are required to consider the location, installation and removal of equipment used as part of our high voltage electricity and high pressure gas transmission networks and gas distribution networks.

We enjoy open and constructive dialogue with many planning authorities and interested parties.  We are always keen that you approach us as soon as possible if you have a land use or planning issue that you wish to discuss.

These pages aim to give you an overview of how we operate and how we can help you: