Berwick Bank Wind Farm 2024-05-21
2024-05-21
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Q1
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The Berwick Bank wind farm project, a 4.1 GW renewables initiative potentially the largest offshore wind farm globally, faces delays due to lack of decision on consent from the Scottish Government.
What discussions has the Minister had with the Scottish Government regarding the Berwick Bank wind farm project, and is there awareness of the economic impact of not proceeding in this year's contract for difference auction? Are efforts being made to expedite the consenting process?
The UK Government work closely with the Scottish Government on energy security and net zero objectives, but do not comment on live planning cases due to their quasi-judicial status.
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Assessment & feedback
Specific economic impact of delaying decision and speeding up consenting process
Do Not Comment On Live Planning Cases
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Q2
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The Berwick Bank wind farm project, a significant renewable energy initiative with potential to deliver over £8 billion to the UK economy and thousands of jobs, faces delays due to lack of decision on consent from the Scottish Government.
Despite previous assurances that officials will work together, the questioner highlights the economic impact of delaying the Berwick Bank wind farm project. Has the Minister or anyone in his Department spoken with Scottish Ministers about this delay's effect on investment and jobs, and are efforts being made to accelerate the consenting process?
The UK Government work closely with the Scottish Government on energy security and net zero objectives but avoid commenting on live planning cases due to their quasi-judicial nature.
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Assessment & feedback
Specific economic impact of delays and steps to expedite consent process
Do Not Comment On Live Planning Cases
Response accuracy