The recent change in government has brought about a significant change in the direction of energy policy, one which is far more supportive of renewable energy generation. In contrast to the previous administration, the new Labour government views the deployment of renewable energy and supporting technologies as essential for energy security as well as meeting net-zero targets. Building on a key pillar of its manifesto, the government has wasted no time in changing policy, consenting large schemes and generally talking up the sector. One of the most significant changes has been July’s Policy statement on onshore wind, along with the…