“National Grid's plan to construct a second line of high voltage power cables across Anglesey is causing deep concern amongst the people who live here as well as the County Council. I accept that exporting electricity from Anglesey to England forms part of a significant national infrastructure project, but I fail to understand why this has to happen at the expense of the people of Anglesey. A second line of pylons in addition to an already existing line would create a 'no go' corridor, and there is deep concern that this would have a detrimental on the health of people and farm animals. To date there is conflicting evidence about the health impact of electromagnetic fields on humans and animals.
Another concern is the negative impact a second row of pylons would have on tourism, one of the island's key economies. It goes without saying that a second line of monster pylons will spoil views and lead to further industrialisation of Anglesey. This in turn would put the island's status as a popular holiday destination in jeopardy, as Visitors come to enjoy the natural beauty of the island's seascape and countryside, not to be confronted by rows of monster pylons.
Finally there is the concern that another row of pylons will affect house prices. Why has this point not been given any attention in the National grid's application documentation? In a similar vein, why did National Grid's consultation exercise not include alternative solutions, such as undergrounding of cables and/or a subsea connection, which would be the people's and the County Council's preferred option. In light of these omissions, I have come to the conclusion that the consultation exercise was ineffective and undemocratic.
In view of the issues raised, I appeal to you that the unanimous voice and concerns raised by the people of Anglesey and the County Council will be given due attention in the approval process of National Grid's planning application.
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