“I am writing to express my deepest concern in relation to National Grid's plan to construct a second line of high voltage power cables across Anglesey. The consultation exercise was deeply flawed in that it paid scant attention to the people's voice. It presented an already foregone conclusion, i.e. a second line of pylons, ignoring OUR preference for the undergrounding of cables and/or a subsea connection. The detrimental impact of a second line of monster pylons on the health and well being of people and farm animals is very worrying. There is no proof that the electromagnetic fields generated by a corridor of pylons are safe. I therefore object to National Grid's plan.
Another concern is the negative impact of a second line of pylons to the tourism industry, as it will spoil views from within and of Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This will put Anglesey's status as a popular tourist destination at risk resulting in loss of revenue and jobs.
Finally, there is the devaluation of property which a second line of pylons will inevitably entail. This specific point has been completely omitted in the National Grid's planning application.
In view of the fact that the second high voltage power line will serve to export electricity
mostly to England, I fail to understand why this should be at the expense of our island and its people. This is grossly unfair and undemocratic and therefore it is imperative to adopt an alternative solution.
I appeal to you pay due attention to the people's voice by not approving plans for a second line of pylons dissecting this beautiful island.
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