We welcome the decision to endorse the Centralised Strategic Network Plan (CSNP) in the National Policy Statements. However, we are concerned that the proposed guidance in paragraphs 3.3.78 to 3.3.80 of EN-1 is not clear enough about what, precisely, it is from the CSNP that is being endorsed. This must be unambiguous, to avoid unnecessary argument about the issue during the development consent process. (Conclusion, Paragraph 40)

We welcome the decision to endorse the Centralised Strategic Network Plan (CSNP) in the National Policy Statements. However, we are concerned that the proposed guidance in paragraphs 3.3.78 to 3.3.80 of EN-1 is not clear enough about what, precisely, it is from the CSNP that is being endorsed. This must be unambiguous, to avoid unnecessary argument about the issue during the development consent process. (Conclusion, Paragraph 40) Type: conclusion | Number: 12 | Response status: partially_accepted Government response: The CSNP will provide strategic level recommendations for transmission infrastructure based on system need and project demand from the SSEP chosen pathway, ensuring that project level details (such as routing) can be explored and consulted on by delivery bodies. The NPS will endorse the strategic pa