Statkraft UK Ltd has officially submitted a Section 36 application for the proposed Giant’s Burn Wind Farm (ECU00005007), a large-scale onshore energy development on and around Cowal’s Hill in the rural Cowal Peninsula, Argyll and Bute. The proposal includes nine industrial wind turbines up to 180 metres in height, a major Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), and extensive new access roads and infrastructure.
Why Dumfries and Galloway Must Stop More Energy Projects
The latest release of the Electricity Ten Year Statement (ETYS) 2024 by National Grid ESO offers a revealing insight into the true function of Dumfries and Galloway within the UK energy network. Despite the region being saturated with wind farms and…
Lairdmannoch Energy Park Proposal Sparks Widespread Opposition
Dumfries and Galloway — A major planning application for the Lairdmannoch Energy Park (ECU00004900) has triggered serious concern across communities near Laurieston, Glengap, Ringford, and Gatehouse of Fleet. The proposal includes nine wind turbines, each up to 180 metres tall, a…
Are Public Views Being Ignored? The Truth About UK Consultations
In theory, democracy thrives when governments listen to the people. Politicians and policymakers frequently stress their commitment to public engagement, claiming that the voices of citizens are central to shaping national and local decisions. Across Scotland, Wales, and the wider UK,…
Highland communities demand action as big energy projects threaten to industrialise the Highlands.
Highlights and reactions from the Community Council Convention on the Impact of Major Energy Infrastructure which took place in Beauly on 14th June 2025. Please consider supporting Vox Villium with a donation at: https://gofund.me/b49e2955 Communities in the Highlands are being inundated…
Communites B4 Power Companies Independent Verification
Every Objection Counts – Including AI-Generated Ones There’s been a lot of noise lately from critics claiming that AI-generated representations “submitted via ObjectNow” don’t count in planning decisions. Today, we can finally put that rumour to rest. Thanks to Communities B4…
Community Handbook for Public Hearings and Local Inquiries in Scotland
While we’re busy building our new ObjectNow website, we wanted to make an important resource available right away. We’re pleased to release the Community Guide to Public Hearings and Local Inquiries — a clear, step-by-step handbook designed to support local residents,…
ObjectNow Teams Up With Motvind UK – Strong Partnership
ObjectNow, the UK’s leading AI-powered objection support platform, is proud to announce a new partnership with campaign group Motvind UK