Positive
Project advancing - milestone achieved
High Impact
Major milestone or critical setback
The Secretary of State confirmed, with modifications, the Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) enabling National Grid Electricity Transmission to acquire the land and rights necessary to construct and operate the English onshore elements of the project. The CPO confirmation (1 August 2024) followed an inquiry and negotiations intended to secure necessary land interests to deliver the onshore converter/substation, cable corridors and associated works.