Representation by Natural England (Natural England)
- Date submitted
- 2 March 2023
- Submitted by
- Other statutory consultees
Below is a summary of our relevant representations. We have sent an email with our full representations to mallardpasssolar@planningsinpectorate.gov.uk. The areas of concern we consider require further assessment and or information to enable the examining authority to make an informed decision are: Soils and Best an Most Versatile (BMV) Agricultural Land and Protected Species. The key concerns we have regarding Soils and BMV agricultural land are: • The omission of assessment of the loss of BMV land to biodiversity enhancement areas • Deficiencies within the Soil Management Plan • The restoration of the site following decommissioning The key concerns we have regarding Protected Species are: • The omission of draft protected species licences