Welcome to our website created to inform you about how to oppose the planning application by Biogen Power for an incineration plant at Twinwoods Business Park
Latest News – Appeal Refused
Following on from the decision granting development consent to Covanta Rookery South for their application for an energy from waste generating station located at Rookery South Pit, near Stewartby, the Secretary of State, Eric Pickles, has overturned the Inspector’s recommendation to approve the appeal. The full decision can be read in this document.
The appellant may still appeal to the High Court within 6 weeks of this decision but their arguments for doing so are now very weak.
Well done and thanks to all those who have contributed their time and energy to this project.
The Issue
The application by Biogen Power has been turned down by Bedford Borough Council but Biogen Power have appealed this decision. As someone who is concerned about this development you will most certainly want to express your opinion and raise a formal objection to this appeal.
Why Should You Object
- Do you want 450 HGV movements a week through the village?
- Do you want 140 HGV movements a day through the village during its construction?
- Do you want the risk of toxic emissions as evidenced by the recent closure of a similar plant on the Isle of Wight?
How Should You Object
Simply go to our Take Action page for a number of different ways you can demonstrate your concern and help us in rejecting this appeal.
How To Have Your Say
You can register on this site to submit your posts and comments by clicking here or to simply request information then click on contact us.