“I strongly object to National Grid's plan to construct a second line of high voltage power pylons across our island for a number of reasons. First, I am very concerned that this will create a 'no go' corridor of electromagnetic fields the impact of which will be detrimental to people's and farm animals' health and well being. There is no convincing evidence to date that there is no such risk. Another reason why I am deeply worried is the negative impact a second line of pylons will have on the island economy, in particular the tourism industry. With its stunning coastline and beautiful views within, and of, Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty the island has become a very popular destination for family holidays and visitors who value the tranquillity and the island's countryside and seascape. Another line of monster pylons will inevitably have a detrimental effect.
An aspect which is deeply worrying, but which is not addressed in National Grid's planning documentation, is the negative impact of a second line of pylons on property values. This is a serious omission.
Finally, I feel that in conducting a consultation exercise National Grid's has only paid lip service to the democratic principle, but has not taken people's and the County Councils' objections seriously. Their preferred option of undergrounding of cables or a subsea connection was not even considered as a viable option. In view of this the consultation exercise was deeply flawed.
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