Proposals by Energy Companies to remove existing, large electricity pylons in Blantyre and nearby areas have been announced. Residents across Blantyre, Cambuslang and Hamilton are being invited to have their say on plans by SP Energy Networks, with two public consultation events taking place next month.
The events will give local people an opportunity to view the proposed plans to remove the pylons entirely and bury cables underground in other locations. The events also provide good opportunity for residents to ask questions, raise any concerns and speak directly with the project team. Feedback from residents will help shape the final designs.
Blantyre’s existing electricity pylons have been there for many decades, but as High Blantyre expanded with new housing estates, such as the one pictured at Greenhall Village and across the Salveson Houses some highly visible pylons have ended up ….not on the fringes, but now within residential areas. The proposals seek to correct this.
📍 Monday 2nd November 2026
3pm – 7pm
Halfway Community Hub
211 Hamilton Road, Cambuslang, G72 7PJ
📍 Tuesday 3rd November 2026
3pm – 7pm
Hillhouse and Earnock Community Centre
121 Hillhouse Road, Hamilton, ML3 9TX
The Cambuslang event will also include a final feedback opportunity for the separate Clydesmill Substation Extension and Overhead Line Uprating project.
Can’t attend in person? Residents can still view the plans and submit comments online at:
🌐 www.spenergynetworks.co.uk/CVUP
📧 CVUP@spencontact.co.uk
📞 0800 107 8231
These consultations are an opportunity for local communities to make their voices heard before the plans are finalised.
Will you be attending one of these consultation events?
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