Written question WQ92724

While grid investment is largely the responsibility of the UK Government and the network operators, in Wales our approach to energy planning at the local regional and national levels is putting us in a strong position to be clear about our needs and provide the evidence for investment in the grid. We are using evidence developed through the local area energy plans and our Future Grids for Wales report to support the emerging strategic plans for new networks for Great Britain to make sure Welsh voices will be heard where these will affect Wales.