Energy Supply: Land
The question
To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what due diligence is required of energy transmission developers to assess the presence of protected military remains on proposed development sites.
Answered by Michael Shanks
When a developer applies for consent for a new development, the Planning Guidance is clear that they must do a thorough assessment of all likely impacts.
This will include talking to relevant bodies about specific issues. Relevant bodies may include Historic England and Historic Environment Scotland for military heritage issues.
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