The Electricity Act 1989 (Requirement of Consent for Solar Generating Stations) (England) Order 2025
Section 36 of the Electricity Act 1989 (c. 29) provides that a generating station with a capacity of more than 50 megawatts (“the permitted capacity”) shall not be constructed, extended or operated except in accordance with a consent granted by the Secretary of State.
Lifecycle
Department
Made
09 Jun 2025
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In force
31 Dec 2025
Enabling power
The Secretary of State makes this Order in exercise of the powers conferred by section 36(2)and (3) and section 111(2) of the Electricity Act 1989.
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