Written question asked by Patrick Spencer (Conservative) on Wednesday, 9 September 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 11 September 2026. It was answered by Michael Shanks (Labour) on Thursday, 17 September 2026 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.

National Grid: East of England

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment his Department has made of whether existing compensation arrangements adequately reflect the impact of the proposed Norwich to Tilbury electricity transmission project on the operation of affected agricultural businesses.

Answer: The government does not agree compensation for individual landowners or businesses affected by the proposed Norwich to Tilbury project. This is a matter for the transmission owner, National Grid, and the landowners or businesses concerned. Where acquisition of land rights are required, whether by voluntary agreement or through compulsory purchase powers granted in a Development Consent Order, the requirements for compensation of affected parties are set out in relevant legislation.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 28618
Session: 2026-27
Subjects: Compensation Agriculture Construction East of England National grid
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk