The third and final project in the area removed 1.7km of overhead power lines and 15 electricity poles which have been in place for more than 60 years.

Working closely with the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) Partnership, engineers have removed in total 2.6km of overhead power lines and 40 electricity poles recently from the local area across three projects costing £358,000.

Paul McGonigle, programme delivery manager for Electricity North West, said: “This final project is great news for visitors and the local community that live and work in the area who will be able to enjoy the enhanced skyline.

“We’re committed to delivering the best service to our customers and keeping the lights on across the North West. To ensure we do this we have to invest in the network and work closely and build strong relationships with fantastic organisations such as the North Pennines AONB Partnership.”

Simon Wilson, planning and strategic access officer for the North Pennines AONB Partnership, said: “This project has made a lasting improvement in the quality of the AONB. All those involved have ensured that we get the best outcome for residents, visitors and the landscape, installing a new, robust network and removing visually intrusive power lines.

“This work is part of a long-term commendable commitment to protecting our most valued landscapes that Electricity North West continues to demonstrate.”

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