Explanatory note
(This note is not part of the Rules)
These Rules prescribe the procedure to be followed at public inquiries in connection with applications in England and Wales —
under section 36 of the Electricity Act 1989 for consent to construct, extend or operate a generating station; and
under section 37 of the Electricity Act 1989 for consent to instal or keep installed an electric line above ground.
The Secretary of State may cause such an inquiry to be held under paragraph 2 or 3 of Schedule 8 to the Electricity Act 1989, or, where notice of the application is not required to be published by regulations under paragraph 3(1) of that Schedule, under section 62of the Electricity Act 1989.
The Electricity Generating Stationsand Overhead Lines (Inquiries Procedure) Rules 1987 are revoked, but continue to apply to any inquiry which commenced before these Rules come into force.