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Eskdalemuir Seismological Array

Asked by John LamontConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 18 November 2025UIN 88762

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To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what (a) discussions and (b) meetings officials in his Department have had with the Eskdalemuir Working Group on the Eskdalemuir Seismological Array.

Answered by Luke Pollard

The Eskdalemuir Working Group (EWG) members include the Ministry of Defence (MOD), the Scottish Government, and representatives from local planning authorities and the wind industry.

The EWG meets regularly, with the last meeting taking place on 3 September 2025.

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