Our Community Liaison Group (CLG) plays a vital role in fostering open communication between the Staveley Solar Farm project team and the local community. The CLG provides a platform for residents, local stakeholders, and project representatives to discuss the project’s progress, address any concerns, and share updates on key developments, as well as provides access to technical specialists who can address any concerns shared by the community.

The CLG consists of a representative from the Operator of the project, a representative from Anglian Water and representatives from the communities local to the site. The membership of the CLG may vary according to how the development is progressing. It is likely that once the site is operational, the membership may be reduced to those core communities affected by these operations.

The above map outlines the Parishes in proximity to the site.

The group meets regularly to ensure transparency and maintain a strong relationship with the community. We value the input and feedback from our neighbours and are committed to ensuring the project benefits everyone involved.

You can access the minutes from our most recent meetings below:

• Notes from meeting of the Staveley Solar Farm Community Liaison Group
• Notes from the meeting of the Staveley Solar Farm Community Liaison Group held on Thursday 19th September 2024 in Wing Village Hall
• Notes from meeting of Rutland Parish Councillors

We encourage all community members to stay informed and participate in these discussions as we work together to bring sustainable energy to Rutland.

The Community Benefit Fund will also be managed by the CLG. The CLG have responsibility for agreeing:

• A clearly defined purpose for the fund that correspond to local needs and priorities
• When the fund will begin making payments
• The size and frequency of fund pay-outs
• The payments that will be made and what – if anything – the payments depend upon
• What – if any – obligations the beneficiary has to the fund such as auditing and reporting
• How disputes should be dealt with

The mechanism for administering the benefits will be decided by the Community Liaison Group. The fund’s operation is determined by construction commencing on the Staveley Solar Farm.

At that point, the CLG is expected to transition into a Community Interest Company (CIC), establishing a legal framework to manage and distribute the benefits effectively.

You can submit any ideas for discussion, or suggestions on how the CBF should be dispersed, through our project email address (solaruk@totalenergies.com).

For more information on the Community Benefit Fund, please visit our community benefit fund page.