New proposals for mega-pylons across the Scottish Borders still do not respect the views of local communities.
The updated plans from Scottish Power Energy Networks (SPEN) would still see a huge network of pylons installed across the countryside.
These new plans are just as bad for the Borders as the previous proposals.
Some communities would be affected even more under these updated plans, which I'm sorry to say are still unacceptable.
It's very disappointing that no routes underground have been considered, which was what Borders residents wanted to see.
In the consultation period that follows, I expect local people will continue to make their voice heard.
