When we first covered Sizewell C back in early 2025, the focus was on projected start dates and the challenges of getting Britain’s next major nuclear power station off the ground. Fast forward to 2026 and things are now moving from planning to delivery in a very real way. In the summer of 2025 the […]
ENERGISING NEWS – NEW YEAR EDITION
Cathodic Protection The Hidden Risk to Your Development While it rarely comes up for discussion in planning meetings, Cathodic Protection can have a major impact on project feasibility, particularly when working in proximity to high pressure gas or fuel lines. CP systems create strict ‘interference zones.’ Common construction activities like piling, steel reinforcement, or drainage […]
Clean Power 2030: where we are now and what it means for developers
When the Government published its Clean Power 2030 Action Plan last year, it set out an ambitious direction of travel for the UK’s electricity system. The intention was clear: move faster on renewables, unblock the grid, and remove barriers that were slowing down delivery. Now, with some distance from the original announcement, the conversation has […]
One Year on: How the NPPF is Evolving – and what it will mean for Developers in 2026
Twelve months ago, the sector was still absorbing the Government’s updates to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). Fast forward to today, and the landscape is shifting again. With the release of a new draft NPPF for consultation in December 2025, the implications for developers are significant. Why the NPPF is Important The NPPF remains […]
What is cathodic protection and why do developers need to be aware of it?
Over the past few months, the issue of gas pipelines and their restrictions due to cathodic protection has been identified and managed by BTS for a number of clients who were otherwise unaware of the implications cathodic protection can have for a development. It’s not a term that comes up often in planning meetings, but […]
High Pressure Gas Mains – the Hidden Constraints beneath your Site
Not all development challenges are visible from ground level. High pressure gas mains are a perfect example of how what lies beneath can shape or sometimes prevent what happens above. These major pipelines, often running across strategic land parcels or potential housing sites, come with significant safety and legal restrictions. Any development proposed in proximity […]
ENERGISING NEWS: AUTUMN 2025
DCOs, Utilities, New Connections and Clean Power 2030 – find out more below… What are DCOs? DCOs (Development Consent Orders) are formal permissions granted for major projects (Nationally Significant Infrastructure (NSIPs) to be precise). The example everyone’s hearing about in the news at the moment is National Grid’s DCO Application for a new 400kV overhead […]
The Future of Gas Connections: What Developers Need to Know
As the UK transitions toward a low-carbon economy, the landscape for gas connections on new developments is changing fast. What was once a routine part of project planning has become a complex mix of regulation, policy shifts, and long-term uncertainty. Government strategy now leans firmly toward electrification. The Future Homes Standard, due to come into […]
Government policies to speed up electricity connections: progress or promise?
In recent months, the government has announced a number of new measures aimed at tackling one of the biggest barriers to housing and infrastructure delivery: the UK’s slow and overstretched electricity connection process. With waiting times for some developments stretching well beyond 2030, the policymakers are promising reforms. The Energy Networks Association and Ofgem are […]
How Do I Connect my Property or Site to Electricity?
It sounds simple, but securing a new electricity connection is one of the most common hurdles developers face. The process is rarely straightforward, and without the right expertise, it can quickly become a drain on both your time and your budget. The first step is always to apply to the relevant Distribution Network Operator (DNO) […]
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