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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Energy Infrastructure Planning Projects

06 November 2024 · Department for Energy Security and Net Zero

Proposed by Michael Shanks Lab Rutherglen

Energy

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Key points

  • The statutory deadline for a solar project application is extended from 8 November 2024 to 24 January 2025.
  • The extension allows for necessary public consultation on potential variations to the application.
  • The decision follows under the Planning Act 2008.

Issue summary

The statement addresses an extension of the statutory deadline for a solar project application under the Planning Act 2008.

Action requested

I have decided to extend the deadline from 8 November 2024 to 24 January 2025 to allow necessary public consultation on potential variations to the application.

Key facts

  • The application is for a solar photovoltaic array electricity generating station in Lincolnshire by West Burton Solar Project Limited.
  • The original statutory deadline was set for 8 November 2024.
  • A new deadline of 24 January 2025 has been established.
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