Written Question·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero·UIN 20564

Solar Power: Planning Permission

Tabled: 17 December 2024
Answered: 20 December 2024

Question

Sir John Hayes

Conservative — South Holland and The Deepings

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, how many solar farm applications he has approved since July 2024.

Answer

Michael Shanks
The Secretary of State has granted a development consent order for four solar farm developments since July 2024: Sunnica, Gate Burton, Mallard Pass and Cottam.