Justin Tomlinson
Main Page: Justin Tomlinson (Conservative - North Swindon)Onshore Wind Energy
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Andrea Leadsom
I agree with my hon. Friend. When planning for onshore wind farms, the views of people who have to host them should be taken into account, no matter who owns the land.
Justin Tomlinson (North Swindon) (Con)
I am grateful to my hon. Friend for giving way once more. An Ecotricity application for three wind turbines adjacent to the South Marston village was deferred on Tuesday. It is as if the planning process is fearful of the inspector, and that all the concerns listed by my hon. Friend—the tangible effects on local residents—are almost irrelevant as planners seek to avoid dealing with them; ultimately, the unaccountable inspectorate will give the approval.
Andrea Leadsom
I quite agree and that has certainly been explained to me by many councillors in my own district.