Further News on The Western Isles HVDC Link

Garve and District Community Council

Added at 10:02 on 21 April 2026

As received this morning 21st April 2026

"Please see below the most recent update for the Western Isles HVDC Link Project:

RJM will shortly be carrying out essential service verification works within the local area. Following confirmation of the final plant requirements, the works are now expected to commence on 27 April 2026. These checks form part of routine pre‑construction activities to confirm the position and depth of existing underground utilities.

It has been confirmed that a small excavator is required for these works. There will be two to three operatives on site, along with a supervisor, at each location. Temporary stop and go boards will be used where required to safely manage traffic.

The works will take place at selected locations, which are shown on a map in the documents section on the project web page. The excavations are minor and controlled, and all areas will be fully reinstated once the works are complete.

This update has been issued following confirmation of final details with our contractors, to ensure that we are providing an accurate overview of the locations due to undergo these works. The dates below are indicative and may change slightly depending on how the works progress and on-site conditions.

Locations:

Garve Matheson Road, U3131: 28 to 29 April

Muir of Ord

Corry Road, U2975: 7 to 13 May
Faebit

U3006: 4 May
Balvraid Road, U3013: 4 to 6 May
Marybank

Mains of Fairburn Road, U3005: 30 April to 1 May
Beauly

Altyre Road, U1480: 14 May
C1104: 15 May

Any impact to residents or road users is expected to be minimal, and each location will typically be completed within a short period before the team moves on to the next site.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while these important checks are carried out. If you have any questions, please contact the project team via the project inbox at LT14mainlandcable@sse.com "

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