1. consultationinstitute.org The Consultation Institute Quintin Oliver, Chair Energy-related planning in the United Kingdom

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3. consultationinstitute.org Aarhus & the UK

4. consultationinstitute.org Why is energy so important? o Politics o Technology o Environment

5. consultationinstitute.org UK Energy Planning Policy 2008 Planning Act: o Introduction of Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIP) o Fast tracking consent procedure o Statement of Community Consultation o Small-scale developments fall under Local Authorities’ remit o Cutting corners on Public Participation?

6. consultationinstitute.org AarhusCheck o Participation audit o Free risk assessment tool o For all stages of development o www.tcitoolbox.com

7. consultationinstitute.org Perils of Pylons o Cross-border electricity interconnector o Communities objected due to lack of consultation o Led to major external participation inquiry

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