The plans include the construction and operation of the 400 kV air insulated substation, formation of associated earthworks, access, drainage, landscaping, security, creation of temporary construction compounds and set-down, equipment and materials storage areas.

A pre-determination hearing is a formal process allowing those who have already submitted valid representations, as well as the applicant and consultees, to express their views to councillors before any decision is taken.

A report will then go to a meeting of Infrastructure Services Committee detailing local views on the application, where councillors will be asked to decide on it.

The pre-determination hearing will take place at 9.30am on Wednesday 26 November 2025 at Viewmount, Arduthie Road, Stonehaven, AB39 2DQ and via MS TEAMS.