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Detrimental to the area, housing, wildlife. land, local area The area is too large swamping local villages The health risk is too high for people Using farm land and destroying it for solar panels The...
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I object to this development due to its size and scale on prime agricultural land and its visual impact in this beautiful area plus loss of the amenity use in this area and the construction works ,...
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I am the nephew of a Ryhall resident, and have many grave concerns about this project, which i have learned about through my friend. Construction issues: * 2 years of noise, light pollution,...
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My concerns are: Impact of 3m solar panels on quality of living in Essendine & surrounding villages. Impact on wildlife over a massive area. Loss of agricultural land: especially when due to...
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Feel that the proposed project will have an extremely detrimental effect on the village of Essendine and the surrounding area whilst, more importantly, taking a vast area of valuable agricultural land...
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Size and removal of prime land for farming
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As a resident I strongly object to this application. The vast scale and its location, nestled amongst several ancient villages will cause traffic chaos on already congested lanes. It is planned to be...
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I’m writing to register my interest in the Mallard Pass Solar Project and oppose it on the grounds of losing valuable farm land and green space in the local area. I drive on part of the proposed route...
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I object to the size of the development and the negative impact locally on traffic. The consultation process has been abysmal with no engagement with the local community. The documentation is...
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Size of Proposal, Actual need and ability to perform: Mallard Pass if passed for Planning would be the largest Solar Plant in the UK to date. Full and proper consideration is required to assess the...
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Very simply this is an action that, in future years, will be looked back upon as one of those decisions where the reaction to those responsible will be 'what on earth were they thinking'. The proposal...
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The proposed solar farm will be less than 50 metres from our garden fence. The visual impact to the East and South will change forever the open views we now have and love. The main reason we chose to...
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Totally. Inappropriate in this village setting. It will ruin the community and cause chaos. Not sure the developer even has funding to deliver the project
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1. We are using good farm land, the UK is too dependent on importing food. 2. The origins and finance of the solar company are Chinese, it is of national security not to have our energy controlled by...
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Objections to the size of the proposed development its impact on wildlife and the removal of prime agricultural land
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Size of Development which will blight the rural landscape. Loss of Agricultural Land. Loss of Natural Environment. Damage to Biodiversity. Solar Panel Glare. Detrimental effect on local Economy and...
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A colossal blot on the landscape which could be located in a less scenic and arable area eg disused quarries, land fill sites, disused airfields. It will have a detrimental affect on wildlife and the...
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The idea of using productive farmland to host solar panels is so ridiculous that I can hardly believe the government is seriously considering it. At the current time, food security is more important...
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I am local resident on the outskirts of the development. I strongly object to the Mallard Pass Solar Farm project for the following reasons: - impact on the local community during the construction...
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I disagree with this application for the following reasons; Solar farms, and in particular ones built on land as in the proposal, have negative impacts on wildlife in several ways: Habitat loss: The...
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I object to the proposal as it’s not fit for purpose in this rural landscape . It will ruin the views and lives of the local residents. It is far too large a project for this area. Solar panels should...
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Building on BMV land 41% when should only be last resort enormous change to local landscape and on such a large scale with no benefit to the local area Disruption to traffic and local area
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I regularly walk in the proposed area of this development with my dog. I appreciate the wildlife, deer, hares and wildfowl which depend on this area as habitat. I am dismayed that this is proposed to...
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I am against the proposed Mallard Pass Solar Project - the proposal is to be placed in an area of natural beauty and on productive agricultural land. Surely we could use existing brown field sites...
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I feel strongly that farmland should be used for food production. We need food security especially at this time. We must however protect the environment and farm in a sustainable way. We need to use...
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It is a waste of green land near to rural villages. Too big for the site and inefficient. Property purchased near the site will be affected by this blot on our landscape. Think about putting panels on...
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Loss of prime agricultural land. Visual impact over Rutland’s open countryside which is already being rapidly filled and built up with houses. Surely solar panels could be used on the many...
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I do not feel that the location, size and environmental impacts have been properly and reasonably considered.
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I object to the Mallard Farm project on the grounds of losing valuable agricultural land to electricity generation which can be created elsewhere with less environmental consequences.
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This is an unessasary use of good agricultural land. The area chosen would be a blot on the landscape of this fine area and would lead to the devaluing of a massive amount of properties over a large...
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The sheer unprecedented scale of this proposal is frightening. The local landscape will be changed to an industrial-scape with 530,000 solar panels erected 3.3m high, security fencing, CCTV, solar...
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1 The proposal is also defective in that site selection and reasonable alternatives have not been properly considered. Such proper assessment of alternatives is required by the EIA Regulations 2 The...
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Waste of farmland suitable for crop production. Damage or destruction of wildlife habitat. Shear size of project and damage caused to landscape . Money better spent on a more productive source of...
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Whilst I endorse the need for green energy, other key issues affect our society include food security (greater UK self sufficiency) and the need to conserve and develop natural diversity. This project...
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1. This is an exceedingly environmentally damaging proposal 2. The effort for power generation apart from nuclear fusion should go into domestic generation, e.g. roof panels and window panels, chimney...
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As I nearby resident, I have serious concerns about the vast scale of this development. Not only in the visual impact, but also in environmental impact and loss of habitats. In this region, we need...
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The site is over 2000 acres, it will change the landscape character of the wider area to one of an industrial-scape. This scheme has no end date, it is classed as 'temporary', but is likely is to go...
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Traffic and environmental issues. Access to our homes and the countryside. This will be ongoing for nearly 40 years. Damage to our roads, loss of natural habitats for our wildlife and fauna.
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I am against the proposed Mallard Pass Solar being built in countryside and around villages, impacting the lives of local residents for a for profit driven scheme hiding behind green energy. Size of...
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This is a blot on the landscape and on crucial farming land. There are other ways to generate renewable energy without using agricultural land which feeds us. We are robbing Peter to pay Paul.
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Intrusive...not been thought through and far too big.
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The proposed Mallard Pass Solar Farm will have a major impact on residents, wildlife and landscape within and adjacent to the site, particularly through the construction phase when there will be great...
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I wish to object in the strongest terms. The industrialisation of my local countryside will totally change the environment. The impact during construction will destroy normal rural life for an...
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Significant increase in traffic in the area from both HGV vehicles and workers servicing the site during construction. Deterioration to already poor road surfaces during construction. Disruption to...
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1. Use of productive agricultural land should be prohibited for development of any kind. Any kind of power generation will be totally unnecessary if we don't have enough food to eat. I appreciate this...
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The proposed plans for this solar farm will affect the following: - It will take up a huge amount of countryside - Animals will loose land to run & live - Ugly appearance in the rural countryside -...
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1.0 The Environment Agency’s Role 1.1 The Environment Agency is an executive non departmental public body, established under the Environment Act 1995. 1.2 We were established to bring together...
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I am opposed to the Mallard Pass Solar Farm for the following reasons: - The site is over 2000 acres, which will change the landscape of the wider area to one of a significantly different place. - The...
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I am concerned about the impact the solar farm will have on the area, both environmentally and socially.
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As a resident of Essendine I am appalled at the thought of having vast swathes of the surrounding countryside engulfed in solar panels. Whilst I appreciate the need for renewable, green energy, I...
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Whilst supportive of solar energy, I am against this specific project due to the proposed loss of quality agricultural land. The further impact to wildlife and increased traffic and flood risk are all...
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I run a Yoga Studio and Personal Training studio at my home []. I am distressed at the increased levels of noise and dust of extra Lorries whizzing past the Mill.. The road is already dangerous at...
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We need sustainable power. Rather it wasn't on farmland
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Dear Sirs / Madam I wish to lodge my letter of opposition to your proposal to build a large solar farm around the village of Essendine, Rutland and surrounding areas, which include our home. This...
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Far too large a project for this area
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We are lucky enough to live in an area where we are surrounded by beauty, open fields, wild life, countryside. The erection of very high solar panels will be visible from houses, roads and whilst...
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Loss of prime agricultural land Loss of beautiful countryside that attracts visitors and helps keep small businesses going Solar panels would be better placed on farm sheds and other large industrial...
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Historic England The Historic Buildings and Monuments Commission for England (HBMCE) is better known as Historic England, and we are the Government’s adviser on all aspects of the historic environment...
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Waste of valuable green land
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The Mallard Pass Solar Plant proposal is a strange and totally inappropriate plan. The use of beautiful, agricultural land is abhorrent. One cannot imagine the effect on the local wildlife (who do not...
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I am very concerned about the loss of good agricultural land, especially when it is clear there is a need to be very worried about our food security. Recent shortages have highlighted the risk of...
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I am opposed to the Mallard Pass Solar Farm for the following reasons: - The site is over 2000 acres, which will change the landscape of the wider area to one of a significantly. - The scheme has no...
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Why are we using agricultural land to generate renewable energy? This is not a sensible use of our vital natural resources st all. We need to ensure that in providing sustainability in energy...
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Dear Sirs / Madam I wish to lodge my letter of opposition to your proposal to build a large solar farm around the village of Essendine, Rutland and surrounding areas, which include our home. This...
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The installation of such extensive PV Panels on prime farm land renders the land contaminated for any future development, removes the land from food production for ever and eventually blights the...
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I have been a regular visitor to this area for over 20 years. I am a walker and stay in local accommodation cottages. I am very shocked to see how much of this land will be destroyed by this proposed...
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I do not consider the use of good agricultural land for this purpose makes any sense when other less intrusive options are not being enforced by Government policy. This country is already unable to...
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Loss of agricultural land - Recent worldwide events have emphasised the national importance of protecting our agricultural land. A huge chunk of this vital asset is at risk. The area is home to a...
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I am concerned about the following The noise, pollution, disruption damage across the 2105 acres of site and surrounding areas and the affect not only to local people not the local wildlife which is a...
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Too big reduce down by two thirds
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The environmental and biodiversity impact would be huge if the development was to go ahead. I am a keen runner based in Stamford. I often run round the areas in question and the proposed solar farm...
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I am the brother of a Ryhall resident, and have many grave concerns about this project, which has come to my attention through my sister. Construction issues: * 2 years of noise, light pollution,...
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This project is an uneconomical use of 2175 acres of cereal growing farmland. Food security is essential given the consequences of the Ukraine crisis. The need to import the grain and any other food...
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There is a huge fire risk associated with the battery or the storage of the electricity from the solar panels before it gets as far as any sub station.
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Personally I don't think this idea would be beneficial for stamford. Stamford residents struggle to maintain the litter with local council not upkeeping area. We struggle with health services with...
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I am writing to object the Mallard Pass. I set out the reasons below and cannot understand why we as a nation would allow the use of productive farmland to be used for generating power before ensuring...
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The visual impact on the environment will be detrimental to the wellbeing of the local community. Agricultural land should continue to be used as such, especially in view of the need for this country...
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Mallard Pass Objections Use of compulsory acquisition rights. Dubious supply chains. Inadequate information regarding Windell Energy's competence. Inadequate avoidance of conflict of interest. Loss of...
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On Prime agricultural land Large scale and visual effect on the landscape 2 years of construction and traffic Loss of countryside amenity use Net production of energy that can be used locally lower...
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Impact on wildlife, loss of good agricultural land, effect on the rural nature of the area, the impact on the small villages surrounding the area, danger to children and other road users by increased...
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As a local resident of a village potentially impacted, I have serious concerns regarding the vast scale, visual impact and environmental consequences to ecology & wildlife of this proposed...
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Too big in one location Prime agricultural land which is much needed for agricultural production Wildlife - Deer herds roam this land freely - loss of habitat to other animals Ecological concerns...
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This will destroy a lot of the cultivated habitats in the area, and will remove the possibility of people connecting with nature in the ways I have growing up. The plan to have solar panels is...
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I fully support this project. We need renewable energy the planet health is most important followed secondly by giving the UK a sustainable way in which to produce its own energy. This project will...
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I am strongly opposed to this development. It will affect the quality of life experiences for the present community and future communities. It will reduce the local area used for leisure, reduce and...
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- Industrial size solar farms should be built on brownfield sites such as old power stations that already have the necessary infrastructure to support electric production. Cottam power station is a...
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It is extremely short sighted to cover agricultural land in solar panels. We need more food security which will not be accomplished by reducing the land available for growing crops or grazing animals....
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As a resident of Essendine, my main concerns are…. The increased flood risk. The unreasonable size of the solar farm, The potential health implications for people living in the immediate, and...
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I’m against it, will completely ruin the local area and and the place I love so much
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I object to this oversized project because of the huge negative impact to Food production, land use and agriculture Impact on local environment, wildlife, biodiversity, habitats Visual Impact,...
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The proposed site is far too big and disjointed which causes it to impact unnecessarily on too many local residents including my wife and myself. We are not against the principle of solar energy and...
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N.B. The Below Points are Not weighted in order of Listing Size of Proposal, Actual need and ability to perform: Mallard Pass if passed for Planning would be the largest Solar Plant in the UK to...
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I am against the proposal of the solar farm, my main concern is the destruction of habitats
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Dear Sir/Madam Re Mallard Pass Solar Farm, Stage two consultation Feedback. My name is Marie Durham I live at [Redacted] Stamford. My partner Tarquin Taylor and my son [Redacted] also live with me...
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There are acres of land in Lincolnshire/Stamford area where this could be sited which will not impact the villages and there residents. Carlby and Essendine will be changed forever with this solar...
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If the proposed scheme goes ahead unchecked acres of idyllic English countryside will be festooned with glass and metal. Beautiful scenery will be defaced, charm and character destroyed. Come north...
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Concern about the loss of habitat, both to humans and animals. Concerned about the latent contamination of solar panels as they age. Concerned about the almost complete lack of recovery of toxic...
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We can't keep building on quality farmland. We should be investing in farming now to ensure we can feed the country as much from UK grown food as we can. Other counties are having their own problems...
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I believe that the siting of this solar farm would be a massive blight on a largely rural landscape. PV cannot be the best use of agricultural land when we need to increase domestic food production to...
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It's far to large