The consultation period for a proposed mega-pylon project across the Borders has been postponed to the end of December after pressure from Scottish Conservative politicians.
The consultation for the Cross Border Connection Project will now continue until December 23.
John Lamont MP recently held a public meeting alongside representatives from Scottish Power Energy Networks, who are leading the project.
Rachael Hamilton MSP has also sought to hold an online public meeting, which SPEN have so far not agreed to, although discussions are ongoing.
Scottish Conservative councillors Leagh Douglas and Julie Pirone have been representing constituents over the matter.
SPEN officials also recently met with Scottish Borders Council leader Euan Jardine.
Scottish Borders MP John Lamont MP said: "We are determined to ensure that no plans go ahead against the wishes of local communities, so this extension is very welcome.
"Borders residents must have a meaningful say in what happens to our countryside and environment.
"I will continue representing local people who are concerned about this project and the repercussions it could have. I have been overwhelmed by the number of people who have contacted me about this proposal."
Scottish Borders MSP Rachael Hamilton said: "These proposals need to be looked at again and considered fully in light of the fair and reasonable points raised by people across the Borders.
"It is good news that SPEN have extended the consultation period again but they still need to take the views of local communities into account.
"I fully appreciate why many people are worried that this project could scar our countryside and I will continue campaigning for more answers and information from SPEN."
Cllr Leagh Douglas said: “I am delighted that our motion at the October full council meeting has gained a further extension from SPEN, to allow concerned communities across the current proposed route more time to consider the proposals. Along with our MP John Lamont and MSP Rachael Hamilton, we will continue to robustly defend small communities who are understandably concerned about the proposals.”
Cllr Julie Pirone said: “SPEN were left in no doubt about our views and the views of the communities we represent. We challenged some of the many things which were wrong with the consultation. SPEN promised to look at all the points we raised and reflect on how they engage going forward.”