Media Statement

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25 Sep 2024

Media Statement

We acknowledge the concerns raised by the Breakish Wind Farm Action Group relating to recent media reports regarding a turbine failure in Sweden. 

“Firstly, it is important to clarify that the turbine model in question is not under consideration for our Breakish project. 

“Mechanical failures on turbines are extremely rare and Arise has robust and established health and safety plans for all our windfarms.  This includes ensuring that all turbines are maintained by their manufacturers under long-term service agreements that cover root cause analyses and defect monitoring.

“We do not agree with claims of ‘overwhelming community opposition’ to the Breakish project. An independent survey has been conducted to gather local opinions, and we will continue to engage with the community transparently. Further consultation events will be held once the project is formally submitted for planning approval.

“Arise is dedicated to achieving a net biodiversity gain with the Breakish project, working closely with environmental experts to ensure the development enhances the local area. 

“We remain committed to collaborating with all stakeholders to uphold the highest standards of safety, environmental protection, and community benefit.”

For further information, please contact: info@representcomms.co.uk

Community Benefit Fund

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5 Jul 2024

Community Benefit Fund

Following the comments from the public exhibitions held in November 2023, we are now consulting further on the Community Benefit Fund.

One of the project’s most transformative aspects is the Community Benefit Fund, which will be available to the communities of Breakish, Broadford, Kyleakin, and Sleat.

The Community Benefit Fund will be set up as a legally binding agreement guaranteeing £5k per MW of installed wind capacity, which equates to £528k each year. The 40-year fund would increase with inflation, and therefore, the potential scope for community projects would be significant, benefiting individuals, community groups, and businesses.

To ensure the fund truly reflects the aspirations and needs of local residents, Arise has commissioned EKOS, an independent company, to conduct a comprehensive community survey.

This consultation is not about gathering opinions on the Breakish Wind Farm project itself but rather about how the potential funds can best serve your communities.

The surveys will arrive by post from July 5th onwards, with a cut-off return date of August 1st, 2024. Residents and businesses are invited to return the completed survey in the stamped address envelope provided or by completing it online using their unique code.

Your views and opinions are invaluable in determining how the Community Benefit Fund could be managed, spent, and invested.

If you have any questions about the survey or did not receive a questionnaire via post, please email breakish@ekos.co.uk to request a questionnaire via post or a link to complete the survey online.

We look forward to sharing the survey findings over the coming months.

If you have any questions relating to the wind farm development or wish to be added to our contact list please contact us here.

 

Public Consultation

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13 Nov 2023

Arise is committed to open and transparent communication with the local community. This is our second round of consultations which are aimed to provide more detailed information about our proposals and updates on the environmental surveys that have been ongoing for the last two years. It is aimed that this will be an opportunity for members of the public to ask questions and provide feedback.

When additional events are planned this website will be updated to show the dates, locations, and times. All the events will run from 2 pm till 7 pm. We look forward to meeting you.

The second round of consultation events:

Monday 13th November 2023

An Crùbh, Camuscross, Duisdale Beag, Sleat, IV43 8QU

Tuesday 14th November 2023

Talla Bhreacais (Breakish Hall), Breakish, IV42 8PY

Wednesday 15th November 2023

Kyleakin Community Hall, Kyleakin Roundabout, IV41 8PQ

Thursday 16th November 2023

Broadford Hall (Upper), Broadford, IV49 9AE

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