During Energy Question Time, Harriett Baldwin asks about guidance on minimum distances between wind farms and residential homes. Harriett Baldwin (West Worcestershire) (Con): In addition to considering the opinions of the public and residents regarding the location of wind farms, does the Minister plan to give any guidance to local councils on how close to private homes such wind farms may be built? Charles Hendry: We have looked at that issue. It seems rather peculiar to set a minimum distance for a wind farm but not for a nuclear power station. We need sensible and sound national policy guidance that enables local councils to make the appropriate decisions, but we will continue to look at all the environmental issues relating to the applications. | Hansard