We have a hearing date for the 20 January (next Tuesday!)
- Natalie Barstow
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
Updated: 3 days ago
On Tuesday, 20 January, the High Court will hear arguments directly from our KCs and barristers and decide whether the case meets the criteria to proceed to a full Judicial Review hearing. This is part of the “permission phase” of proceedings.
Preparing for the 20 January Hearing
Word is spreading and support over the past few days has been remarkable.
More than £18,000 has already been raised towards the £30,000 needed for the next phase of the Judicial Review. Thank you to everyone who has contributed, shared the page, or sent messages of support - it is making a real difference.
Where things stand
Since the Judicial Review was issued, important progress has been made:
Survey activity across all three projects was paused for two months between November and 05 January
Over 21,000 pages of disclosure were forced and are now being reviewed
GreenGEN changed parts of its approach, including revised notices and published protocols
These improvements came from people standing together and insisting on lawful process.
Why funding now matters
We have been granted “Aarhus protection”, which limits our exposure to the other side’s costs to £25,000, but we must still fund our own legal team, court fees, and the extensive work required to present the case properly.
Reaching the £30,000 target ensures that:
The case is fully argued at the 20 January hearing
The extensive evidence gathered from affected people is properly before the Court
Communities are not forced back into silence through lack of resources
This challenge is not about stopping progress - it is about ensuring progress is lawful, fair, and respectful of people, land, and communities.
Standing together
Whatever the outcome of the hearing, something powerful has already been achieved: stronger communities, shared resolve, and the knowledge that rural Wales does not have to face these pressures alone.
If you can help us bridge the final gap in this fundraising drive, it will directly support preparation for the 20 January hearing.
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