EirGrid is seeking feedback on a new key report on the proposed north-south interconnector, which will improve the all-island electricity system.

EirGrid will apply for planning approval for the development later this year or early next year. The proposal will be for overhead lines however the sub-station suggested for Kingscourt has been dropped.

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EirGrid published a 'Final Re-evaluation Report' on the scheme yesterday and is holding a series of open days in Meath, Cavan and Monaghan over the coming weeks.

EirGrid has been commissioned to establish a new 400kV Interconnector between Cavan and Tyrone.

A period of six weeks is now commencing for feedback on the contacts and findings of the report.

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