Plans for Suffolk solar farm the size of 850 football pitches
According to EcoPower Suffolk, the plant would have the potential to generate enough renewable electricity to power about 75,000 homes.
But, before submitting its final planning application, those behind the scheme will hold consultations, beginning in March, with contributions from Suffolk County Council.
“Suffolk County Council has previously been clear in setting out its views that solar farms in Suffolk should not take our best quality farmland out of food production and that, broadly speaking, solar installations should be rooftop before rural,” added Mr Rout.
“Moreover, the council has the highest possible expectations that any solar developer fully rules out any possible links to forced labour in China or elsewhere in the world.”
EcoPower Suffolk, which was contacted by the BBC for comment, hoped to submit its application to the inspectorate by no later than summer 2026.
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