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Energy Infrastructure Planning Projects

14 May 2026

Proposing MP
Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Energy Security and Net Zero

At a Glance

Issue Summary

This statement addresses an extension of the statutory deadline for a decision on the Morgan and Morecambe Offshore Wind Farms Transmission Assets.

Action Requested

The Secretary of State has set a new deadline of 14 September 2026 to allow time for further information to be requested, extending from the original deadline of 14 May 2026.

Key Facts

  • Application made by Morgan Offshore Wind Limited and Morecambe Offshore Windfarm Limited under the Planning Act 2008.
  • Original statutory decision deadline was 14 May 2026.
  • New deadline set for 14 September 2026.
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