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HSGWAG. Helmdon, Stuchbury and Greatworth Wind Farm Action Group
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Helmdon, Stuchbury & Greatworth Wind Farm Action Group committee and our members.
Although we have tried to be as accurate as possible in relaying facts on issues relating to the
proposed development and the wind industry in general, we cannot be held responsible for any
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Inquiry date set for Broadview appeal
The date for the public inquiry into the Spring Ridge Farm proposed windfarm development has now been set for the 15th of May 2012 with a decision expected by the governement appointed Inspector in mid July. HSGWAG have already met with the SNC who are defending the appeal and will issue more information in the next few day as to the next steps for both the action group and the local communities impacted. It is likely we will work very closely with SNC during the appeal to present a unified front although on advice HSGWAG still intend to be represented at the appeal hearing subject to securing sufficient funding to do so.
Background
Planning Inquiries are primarily a forum for the local Council to defend its decision against the Developer. Rather like a courtroom, each side is represented by a barrister and other professional witnesses/experts. Community Groups can also represent themselves separately
The Planning Inspector will weigh up the arguments each presents before retiring to consider his/her decision.
We must remember that both our local authority, a number of statutory consultees and HSGWAG's barrister considered that Broadview's application was substantially contrary to both local and national policy. We believe therefore that we are in the best possible shape for going into an appeal and we hope you will continue to support the fight!
HSGWAG
January 2012