This Order grants development consent for, and authorises the construction, operation and maintenance of up to three generating stations in the sea approximately 103 kilometres off the coast of Yorkshire together with all necessary and associated development. It authorises the compulsory purchase of land and rights in land, as well as to override easements and other rights, and provides a defence in proceedings in respect of statutory nuisance and to discharge water. The Order imposes requirements in connection with the development for which it grants development consent.