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<p>The Visual Impact Provision (VIP) applies to National Parks, Areas of Outstanding
Natural Beauty in England and Wales, and National Scenic Areas in Scotland. The allowance
is available for all of Great Britain’s electricity Transmission Owners to address
the impact of existing lines in these areas. To participate in the scheme Transmission
Owners are required to develop and submit a policy to Ofgem for approval. National
Grid has set out a policy and process for deciding how to allocate funding in its
licence area of England and Wales. National Grid’s VIP policy and process have both
been approved by Ofgem following consultation with stakeholders. Further information
is available at <a href="http://www.nationalgrid.com/VIP" target="_blank">www.nationalgrid.com/VIP</a>.
The Scottish Transmission Owners have not developed a policy, so funding is not currently
available in Scotland.</p>
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