Calum Miller reacts to Botley West refusal

“I welcome the rejection of the Botley West proposal. This is the right decision for our area, and enormous credit belongs to the local campaigners and councils who worked tirelessly to make their case. The Government made clear that it took their evidence-based objections very seriously.

“We need to make the move to more renewable power, but proposals need to be developed with communities. That was absent in this proposal and central to my opposition. The developer’s failure to listen to local people and disregard for the examination process have let this application down.

“I give the Government credit for listening. Developers must take their responsibilities seriously and work with communities to deliver renewable energy that earns their support.”