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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Millie Cooke

People living near new pylon projects could get £250 a year off energy bills

Some energy projects have faced a decade-long wait to connect to the grid (Gareth Fuller/PA) - (PA Wire)

People living near power infrastructure could get hundreds of pounds off their bills each year as part of an overhaul of planning rules announced by the government.

Ministers are also looking to slash the number of official bodies that get a say in planning decisions in a drive to cut red tape and boost growth.

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