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From April 14th, local authorities in Wales must consider the policies in the Noise and Soundscape plan 2023–2028 when exercising any function of a public ...
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From April 14th, local authorities in Wales must consider the policies in the Noise and Soundscape plan 2023 –2028 when exercising any function of a public nature that could affect soundscapes in Wales. The plan states "A healthy sound environment is more than simply the absence of unwanted sounds, and noise management must have a broader focus than simply reducing the decibels. " and "We need to create appropriate soundscapes, meaning the right sound environment in the right time and place."
The IOA contributed to the development of policies on soundscapes in the Act presenting written and verbal evidence. Wales remains the first UK government to recognise soundscapes in law.
This Aviation Night Noise Effects (ANNE) study examines the relationship between night-time aviation noise exposure, sleep disturbance and annoyance
Members of the Renewable Energy Advisory Group support the proposal for permitted development for a single wind turbine for non-domestic premises - with caveats
Online meeting organised by IES, IOA and UKNA examining where we are with policy on noise and health three years after recommendations from the House Lords
This week noise proved to be a cross party issue as written questions on noise and health, drones and railways from MPs from three parties were answered
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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