The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero is managing National Policy Statements (NPS) for energy infrastructure, which provide the strategic framework for major energy projects including onshore wind, nuclear, and gas. The 2023 update to EN-2 and EN-4 includes sustainability appraisals and habitats regulations assessments. The framework also addresses permitted development rights for onshore wind turbines to streamline energy infrastructure planning.
We're seeking views on existing and proposed permitted development rights for wind turbines.
The purpose of this consultation is to begin the process towards designating a new Nuclear National Policy Statement, applicable to nuclear power stations expected to deploy beyond 2025. Some material updates to the existing policy for siting nuclear power stations …
The purpose of this consultation is to begin the process towards designating a new Nuclear National Policy Statement, applicable to nuclear power stations expected to deploy beyond 2025. Some material updates to the existing policy for siting nuclear power stations …
National Policy Statements (NPSs) are designated under the Planning Act 2008 (the 2008 Act) to provide guidance for decision-makers on the application of government policy when determining development consent for major infrastructure. Their function is to state clearly how existing …
National Policy Statements (NPSs) are designated under the Planning Act 2008 (the 2008 Act) to provide guidance for decision-makers on the application of government policy when determining development consent for major infrastructure. Their function is to state clearly how existing …