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Updated consultation details have been published for the proposed residential development on land north of Staker Lane. Comments on application DMOT/2026/0936 should be submitted by 10 August 2026.

South Derbyshire District Council is consulting on the environmental scope of a potential outline development of up to 400 homes on land north of Staker Lane, Derby.

Residents are invited to meet Samantha Niblett MP to discuss concerns about the proposed Castle Way Energy development affecting Burnaston and the surrounding area. Further information about the proposals and the Parish Council’s response is available on the Solar Energy page.

East Midlands Freeport will hold its first public Board meeting on Thursday 24 July 2026, offering local people, businesses and stakeholders the chance to hear updates, learn more about its work and find out how to submit questions.

Ward councillors are running an information session on 26th and 28th May to help inform residents about the Regulation 19 consultation process and how they can make representations to the Local Plan

National Grid has launched its Stage 2 consultation on proposals for a new 400 kV electricity transmission line between Chesterfield and Willington, forming part of The Great Grid Upgrade. The consultation runs from 3 March to 28 April 2026, and residents are encouraged to review the updated plans and submit their feedback.

Summary of an online meeting between Burnaston Parish Council and land promoters, covering environmental assessment, emerging plans and next steps for public consultation.