Grid Link office established

Electricity grid upgradeAn Information Centre for the new Eirgrid Grid Link Project has been established in Market Square.

It will be open each Monday afternoon from 12-6pm to facilitate queries from members of the public and businesses in the Kildare area.

The €500 million upgrade of the electricity grid involves the construction of a new power line linking Leinster and Munster, connecting Dunstown station (near Kilcullen) with Knockraha in Cork via Great Island in Wexford. 

“We encourage people who have knowledge of the area to talk to us and let us know about any regional or locally important features in the study area that they believe should be considered as the project develops,” says John Lowry, project manager. "It is your opportunity to influence and inform the decision making process. Consultation opportunities will be held throughout the project to ensure that your feedback is taken on board.”

EirGrid does not expect to submit an application to An Bord Pleanála for planning approval before 2015 and public consultation will form an important part of all stages of the project over the coming years.