Supporting communities
Alongside developing our plans for Blyth Substation, we have been working closely with local organisations, schools and community groups to support local initiatives and give back to the communities we work alongside.
Our project team has been getting involved in a range of activities, from volunteering to helping young people learn more about careers in energy and engineering. We want to bring local communities along with us as the project progresses, creating opportunities for people to learn more about our work and get involved.
Supporting local skills and opportunities
We have also been engaging with local schools and education providers to help young people explore future career opportunities.
Our team attended careers events at Ashington Academy in November 2025 and March 2026, alongside the Green Careers Fair at the Port of Blyth Energy Central Learning Hub, speaking to students about opportunities at National Grid.
We also attended an Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Celebration Event hosted by Northumberland Skills, where we met engineering students gaining hands on experience and training for careers in the energy sector.
Volunteering in the community
In June 2026, members of our project team volunteered at East Bedlington Community Centre, helping to paint and carry out maintenance to improve the facilities for local people.
The work included decorating two of the centre's main ground-floor rooms, helping to support the upkeep of this important community facility.
We are keen to continue building relationships with local organisations and supporting initiatives that benefit communities around Blyth as the project progresses.
