A Bill to specify the minimum distances permissible between onshore wind turbines of certain dimensions and the nearest habitation; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
18 November 2009
This bill would set minimum distances between onshore wind turbines of certain sizes and the nearest habitation. It aims to protect people living near wind farms by prescribing how close turbines can be to homes and other dwellings, with additional related provisions.
The bill is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it would typically move to committee for detailed examination, followed by further readings.
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On 3 November, the House of Commons was asked, under the Ten Minute Rule motion, to give leave for this Bill to be introduced. The sponsor was allowed 10 minutes to support the Bill and there was ten minutes for other MPs to comment. The House agreed and the Bill was read a first time.
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Onshore Wind Turbines (Proximity of Habitation) Bill has not been printed and cannot make any further progress.No recorded votes for this bill yet.
