The Humber LEP have recently published their Local Growth fund proposals, which includes a few interesting nuggets:
Full details are on p24 of: http://www.humberlep.org/assets/uploads/user/strategies/Appendix 2 - LGF Investments ammended.pdf
Humber LEP said:Planning status
- A planning application may be required for any new electric sub station if it cannot be located on Network Rail land but it now appears that sites on Network Rail land can be found.
- The rest of the works do not need planning permission.
Feasibility work
- Design and feasibility studies completed and have been checked by consultants on behalf of DfT.
Delivery plan
- Start construction - autumn 2014
- Completion - December 2016
Activity in 2015/16
- Work could start before April 2015 subject to DfT approval and funding. State aid Being investigated. Unlikely to be an issue as completed scheme will be taken over by Network Rail and will be open to others to use.
Full details are on p24 of: http://www.humberlep.org/assets/uploads/user/strategies/Appendix 2 - LGF Investments ammended.pdf