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A revised standard for the attenuation of sound during propagation outdoors was published on January 31st by BSi.
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A revised standard for the attenuation of sound during propagation outdoors was published on January 31st by BSi. This new standard, BS ISO 9613-2 2024, contains updated technical guidance, and cancels and replaces the first edition - ISO 9613 -2:1996.
The standard is available from BSi.
New professional guidance proposes an approach to minimise planning barriers and costs for air source heat pump installations
The Northern Ireland Department for Infrastructure (DfI) have consulted on their round 4 Road Noise Action Plan covering 2023 – 28.
Government response to the Environmental Audit Committee Inquiry into Airport Expansion and Climate and nature targets noise recommendations
Considerations of noise and soundscape are embedded in the Natural Resources Wales State of Natural Resources Report 2025.
A report commissioned by the Department for Business and Industrial Strategy to look at assessment of noise from onshore wind farms is now published.
The Welsh Government are consulting on changes to permitted development rights including air source heat pumps(ASHP).
As part of their ongoing enquiry into the impact of airport expansion on climate and nature targets, the Environmental Audit Committee will be taking oral evidence tomorrow - Wednesday May 14th.
The Government are seeking views on proposals for changes to the planning process for national infrastructure projects.
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