Pincher and Byles Join Forces Again to Oppose Wind Turbine

Two local MPs have continued their campaign against a wind turbine proposal near the service station at junction 10 of the M42.

Christopher Pincher (Tamworth) and Dan Byles (North Warwickshire) have both written to the Planning Inspectorate outlining their concerns for the appeal application of the Wind Turbine at Tamworth Service Station.  The application for development sits right on the border between Tamworth Borough Council and North Warwickshire District Council.

The first turbine application was lodged with North Warwickshire council but when this was opposed, an application for a ‘test mast’ was lodged on the Tamworth side of the border, which was also opposed.  Now the original application in North Warwickshire is being appealed by the developer.

Dan Byles said, “Both Chris and I have written to the Planning Inspectorate outlining our concerns about this appeal.  Unfortunately the appellant has not taken into consideration all of the reasons for its refusal from the council.  The developer neglected the requirements of the North Warwickshire Local Plan 2006.  In addition to this, I also highlighted the National Policy Planning Framework and how such proposals should only be considered in special circumstances.  I urge residents in both constituencies to write to the Planning Inspectorate.”

Christopher Pincher added, “Whether the turbine is situation on the Tamworth or North Warwickshire side of the service station is irrelevant as both communities will be adversely affected if it is developed.  Currently the turbine is proposed on the North Warwickshire side but this will affect residents in Stonydelph and Wilnecote as well as communities and businesses in Dordon.  I have mentioned the specific issue that wind farms affect many planning areas to the Planning Inspector and have asked him if this is taken into consideration.”

Both Dan and Chris have worked together with other MPs and councillors in opposing inefficient and unsustainable on-shore wind farms.

To contact the Planning Inspectorate please call Mr Robert Wordsworth, The Planning Inspectorate, Room 3/13, Temple Quay House, 2, The Square, Bristol BS1 6PN.