A Bill to make fire and rescue authorities statutory consultees for planning applications relating to Battery Energy Storage Systems; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
Anna SabineLiberal Democrat
30 April 2026
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This Bill would make fire and rescue authorities statutory consultees in planning decisions about Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Planning authorities would have to seek and take into account the fire service’s input on fire safety and related risks before granting permission. It also covers related provisions to support safer BESS development.
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21 Oct 2024
The 2024-2026 session of Parliament has come to an end so the House of Commons is now prorogued until the next session begins on 13 May 2026. Prorogation is the formal end to the parliamentary year.
This Bill will therefore make no further progress.
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