The first application was declared invalid only because local residents and campaigners repeatedly highlighted flaws . That the application is now live again — with only minor changes — demonstrates how little regard the applicant has for the unsuitability of the site. WHY ITS IMPERATIVE The community cannot afford to relent. Every objection raised last time remains valid. However, the removal of the BESS addresses only one of many issues while simultaneously weakening the developer’s justification for the scheme’s benefits. The balance between harm and benefit — already unfavourable — has deteriorated THAT YOU MUST ACT Every objection raised last time still applies.
Removing the BESS reduces one risk however weakens the benefits even further. The harm still far outweighs the benefit. AGAIN You can find the original objection materials on our website: www.no-nags.co.uk (Public Documents > How to Object) Don’t be fooled The BESS will be back. If the solar farm is approved, the developer can submit a separate application for the battery later – and it will be much harder to stop once the principle of development is accepted. The developer hopes residents will tire of fighting. We must demonstrate they are wrong. 3