News UK July 2006

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Tuesday, July 4 2006

 * Ministers reaffirm intention to cut planning restrictions for micro-generation. The Government will publish detailed proposals on micro-generation - including solar panels and small wind-turbines - in the autumn. DCLG News release / Sustainable energy, Urban & village design

Monday, July 3 2006

 * Bypass schemes - damage done and lessons unlearnt, says research, commissioned by CPRE and the Countryside Agency, into the effects of three controversial major schemes. CPRE News release / Reduced dependence on cars
 * Defra warns of continuing summer smog. Defra news release

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