What plans it has to amend the neighbour notification system for large scale windfarms.

We have no current plans for review or amendment of the neighbour notification for planning applications, including those for large wind farms. Following changes made in 2009 and more recently in 2013, we consider the current system of neighbour notification is proportionate and fit for purpose, and strikes the appropriate balance between public engagement and efficient processing.
Work has recently been undertaken on producing ‘Good practice guidance on public engagement for sub-20MW wind farms’. This is an outcome of public petition PE1469 which requested increases to the current neighbour notification distances for wind turbines. The draft good practice guidance was subject to public consultation between October and December 2014. The final guidance will be published soon.