Dates for your diaries
Dates for Confirmation: (contact parish email address if you wish to volunteer)
SOLAR FARM PLANNING MEETING
WEDNESDAY 21st JANUARY 7:00PM EPPING FOREST COUNCIL CHAMBERS
SHOW YOUR SUPPORT
To all residents of Theydon Mount
The planning application for Thrift Solar Farm on land to the east of Tawney Common will be heard by the planning committee at EFDC in a meeting at the council offices this Wednesday starting at 7pm.
Theydon Mount Parish Council has made written representations on your behalf to the Council objecting to the application on several grounds but emphasising the visual impact that the development will have on the countryside which is in plain sight from our parish.
We also highlighted the fact that the application has been made without any provision for connection to the National Grid. Connection will almost certainly be to the sub station near Thornwood which will involve substantial disturbance of the highways in our parish and beyond.
Stapleford Tawney Residents Group and Stapleford Tawney Parish Council have prepared robust objections to the scheme and will be represented at the meeting. TMPC has submitted a request to be heard given the close proximity and impact of the site to our parish but despite repeated requests we have been refused the opportunity to speak by the Democratic Services division of EFDC.
Despite this, it is hoped that residents will show their support to our neighbouring parish and residents by attending the meeting.
Many thanks for your support
TMPC
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IMPORTANT: Local Government Reorganisation
Deadline for responses: Midnight on Sunday 11 January 2026
Guidance for Theydon Mount Residents
IMPORTANT: Government Consultation on Essex Local Government Reorganisation
Residents are encouraged to submit their own individual responses to the Government consultation. Individual submissions are counted separately from parish council responses.
You can see more about the proposals and respond online here:
https://consult.communities.gov.uk/local-government-reorganisation/essex-southend-on-sea-thurrock/
This guidance is for residents of Theydon Mount considering responding to the Essex Local Government Reorganisation consultation.
You may wish to comment on how proposals could affect:
Rural and semi-rural communities
Local decision-making and accountability
The role and influence of Theydon Mount Parish Council
Local unique identity and local voices
Access to local services
Democratic accountability
Plain English is fine. Short responses are acceptable. Personal experience and local knowledge matter.
Annual AGM - estimate mid May 2026 - contact Parish Clerk
Any other parish-related questions, please email theydonmountparishcouncil@gmail.com