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The Scottish Government are now consulting on a draft updated plan for the siting of offshore wind turbines.
The Scottish Government are now consulting on a draft updated plan for the siting of offshore wind turbines. The impact assessments supporting the plan cover potential noise impacts of offshore wind development - including noise from transport, ports and noise impacts on marine life. The stated aims of the proposals are to "...use the latest data and scientific evidence to inform decisions on energy developments - such as how projects will impact wildlife and nature; ensure the environmental, social, economic opportunities and constraints from offshore projects are clearly set out to help inform decision making and ensure the interests and views of other marine users, including fishers, coastal and island communities and environmental groups are taken into account."
A new Bill proposing that fireworks noise levels are restricted was introduced by Yasim Qureshi, Labour MP for Bolton South and Walkden, on December 3rd.
The Home Office has issued proposals to relax licensing hours in England and Wales, if England, Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland reach the semi finals of the world cup in July 2026.
A UK strategy for the conservation of whales and dolphins (cetaceans) - has been published. It acknowledges that underwater noise sits alongside climate change and bycatch is a threat impacting these
The Scottish Government have opened a consultation on proposed changes to the Environmental Noise (Scotland) Regulations 2006.
A report commissioned by the Department for Business and Industrial Strategy to look at assessment of noise from onshore wind farms is now published.
The Welsh Government are consulting on changes to permitted development rights including air source heat pumps(ASHP).
As part of their ongoing enquiry into the impact of airport expansion on climate and nature targets, the Environmental Audit Committee will be taking oral evidence tomorrow - Wednesday May 14th.
The Government are seeking views on proposals for changes to the planning process for national infrastructure projects.
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