Plans for a full and thorough consultation are currently being worked up. We recognise the importance of this measure and want to get it right. We will undertake a full consultation, involving key interested parties, including business and civil society.<\/p>
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I can confirm that the debate held on 15 October (Official Report<\/em>, column 267) regarding onshore wind farms has been brought to the attention of the Planning Inspectorate.<\/p> <\/p>"}
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