Summary

Live updates as Hertsmere solar farm plans decided

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  • -Plans for large solar farm in Hertsmere rejected tonight.
  • -Up to 20 fields had been identified between Radlett and Elstree for the Hilfield Solar Farm
  • -Nearly 2,000 objections have been made; the most in Hertsmere Borough Council's history
  • -Councillors had significant concerns about impact of scheme on green belt and went against planning officer's recommendation for approval.
  • -Applicants said farm would generate up to 49.9 megawatts of renewable electricity per year
  • - See our live blog for updates and details from the meeting.

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