Chamber
Meeting of the Parliament 22 May 2025
22 May 2025 · S6 · Meeting of the Parliament
Item of business
Portfolio Question Time
Electricity Act 1989 (Cumulative Impact Assessment)
Net Zero, Energy and Transport
When new energy developments come forward, applications are subject to site-specific assessments by the decision maker. The cumulative effects of developments are an important consideration in the decision-making process, alongside potential impacts on communities, nature and cultural heritage. When an application is ready to be determined, Scottish ministers consider all relevant material that is available to them before making any decision. The merits of each proposal are considered on a case-by-case basis, and a careful balance must be struck.
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