Written Question·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero·UIN 29396
Pylons: Environmental Protection
Tabled: 5 February 2025
Answered: 14 February 2025
Question
James McMurdock
Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock
To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps he is taking to ensure engagement with (a) the public and (b) relevant stakeholders on the environmental impact of pylon projects before Development Consent Orders are granted to p
Answer
Michael ShanksIn England and Wales, the Planning Act 2008 requires developers to demonstrate that they have consulted adequately with local communities and relevant stakeholders before they submit applications for consent. This includes engagement on the environmental ...
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