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A transmission linesman beside a high voltage tower

We own and operate the electricity transmission network in England and Wales, the gas transmission network in Great Britain, and electricity transmission networks in the northeastern US. We are also responsible for the operation of the electricity transmission networks in Scotland.

This year has seen a fundamental shift in our ways of working with contractors, with the formation of electricity alliances, working on the same principles as the successful gas distribution alliances. The alliance structure means that our supply chain partners share in the risks and rewards of capital investment, and are jointly responsible with us for work delivery.

The formation of the electricity alliances has helped provide the platform for us to deliver our ramped up capital investment programme. This year we have delivered £1.7 billion worth of electricity and gas projects to upgrade and reinforce ageing infrastructure and adapt our networks to cope with changing sources of energy.