<p>As set out in the Electricity Networks Strategic Framework, it is anticipated that between £100 billion and £240 billion of investment will be required in the electricity network to enable the energy transition.</p><p> </p><p>Government and Ofgem have already taken action to improve strategic planning of the electricity networks, and speed up consenting and regulatory approvals. The Government has appointed Nick Winser as Electricity Networks Commissioner to advise on how we can go further to accelerate timelines for new transmission network infrastructure.</p>