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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Energy National Policy Statements

17 January 2024 · Department for Energy Security and Net Zero

Proposed by Claire Coutinho Con East Surrey

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Key points

  • Claire Coutinho is designating five energy National Policy Statements under Section 5(1) of the Planning Act 2008.
  • The minister has laid copies of these statements before Parliament as required by Section 5(9)(b) of the Planning Act 2008.
  • This designation supports a stronger, fairer planning system for significant national energy infrastructure.

Issue summary

Claire Coutinho is designating five energy National Policy Statements under Section 5(1) of the Planning Act 2008.

Action requested

The minister has designated these statements and laid copies before Parliament as required by Section 5(9)(b) of the Planning Act 2008. This designation aims to support a stronger, fairer planning system for significant national energy infrastructure and meet net zero objectives while ensuring energy security.

Key facts

  • Five energy National Policy Statements were laid on 22 November 2023.
  • The statements are designated under Section 5(1) of the Planning Act 2008.
  • Copies of the statements are being laid before Parliament as required by Section 5(9)(b).
  • The designation supports a stronger and fairer planning system for significant national energy infrastructure.
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