Explanatory note

This Order grants development consent for, and authorises the construction, operation and maintenance of an offshore wind farm generating station located in the North Sea 69 kilometres due east of Flamborough Head at its closest point together with associated development. This Order imposes requirements in connection with the development and authorises the compulsory purchase of land (including rights in land) and the right to use land and to override easements and other rights.

This Order also grants deemed marine licences under Part 4 of the Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 in connection with the wind farm. The marine licences impose conditions in connection with the deposits and works for which they grant consent.

A copy of the plans and book of reference referred to in this Order and certified in accordance with article 38 (certification of plans and documents, etc.) together with a copy of any guarantee or alternative form of security approved by the Secretary of State pursuant to article 45 (funding), may be inspected free of charge at the offices of East Riding of Yorkshire Council at County Hall, Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU17 9BA.