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A draft of a new National Policy Statement for nuclear energy generation has been published for consultation, as part of the ongoing review of planning policy.
A draft of a new National Policy Statement for nuclear energy generation has been published for consultation.
This is part of the ongoing review of planning policy.
A consultation on an approach to site assessment for nuclear energy occurred last year.
"While significant noise, vibration, or air quality issues are unlikely during operation, construction-related transport may have local impacts."
Noise is covered in detail in the Appraisal of Sustainability.
The consultation is open.
The consultation is open until midday.
April 3rd is the consultation deadline.
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A draft of a new National Policy Statement for nuclear energy generation has been published for consultation, as part of the ongoing review of planning policy. This follows on from a consultation last year on an approach to site assessment for nuclear energy. The draft consultation states "While significant noise, vibration, or air quality issues are unlikely during operation, construction-related transport may have local impacts." Noise is covered in detail in the Appraisal of Sustainability. The consultation is open until midday April 3rd.
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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