Member

111: After Clause 7, insert the following new Clause— “Impact assessment of offshore wind energy installations and generation(1) The Secretary of State must assess the impact on—(a) the environment, and(b) animal welfare standardsof offshore wind energy installations and generation which occur under Great British Energy’s functions.(2) If an assessment under subsection (4) determines that relevant offshore energy installation and generation—(a) is causing environmental damage, or(b) has significant animal welfare issues,then Great British Energy must cease facilitating, encouraging or participating in the relevant activity.”Member's explanatory statement This would require the Secretary of State to assess the impact on the environment and animal welfare standards of the installation and generation of offshore wind energy technologies.