Executive Summary
In principle our members support the proposed changes. However, the increase in fees is not without risk to developers, and this support is based on what results stem from these increased fees. An improved quality of service along with a closer alignment with statutory timelines, or simply lower timescales for advancing through the system, are a key to demonstrate to secure industry support for these proposed changes.
If you would like to discuss this response in further detail with Energy UK and its members, we would welcome further engagement. Please contact Chris Friedler, Policy Manager (Environment and Planning), chris.friedler@energy-uk.org.uk.