UK MOD Updates Safeguarding Rules for Eskdalemuir Seismological Array to Protect National Security
The UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) will enforce a revised safeguarding framework for the Eskdalemuir Seismological Array beginning February 1, 2026. The Array, located in southern Scotland, plays a vital role in seismic monitoring which supports national security and defense intelligence, including monitoring activity of strategic importance across the region. This change results from a public consultation that ran from September 27 to December 20, 2024. The consultation addressed potential conflicts between windfarm developments and the operational needs of the Array within the Eskdalemuir Consultation Zone. By updating safeguarding measures, the MOD aims to limit adverse impacts from windfarm projects... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Mar 2026 16:54
