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Written question asked by Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 3 November 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 5 November 2025. It was answered by Kirsty McNeill (Labour) on Monday, 10 November 2025 on behalf of the Scotland Office.


Utilities: Infrastructure

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, what recent discussions he has had with the Scottish Government on the adequacy of utility infrastructure in rural Highland communities.

Answer

I regularly engage with the Scottish Government on a variety of shared priorities, including critical infrastructure development in Scotland's rural areas.

My discussions also encompass clean energy transition and infrastructure investment, with a particular focus on projects in the Highlands. For example, we are working together to ensure that Project Gigabit, the UK Government’s programme to enable remote and rural communities to access lightning-fast gigabit-capable broadband, benefits the Highlands and Islands of Scotland.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
87675
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Infrastructure Highlands of Scotland Utilities
Link
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