Ray Morgon clarified in a letter to the Recorder that recent activities at the East Havering Data Centre site involve preliminary site surveys and do not signify a start to the data centre development. The council stated they are investigating whether Digital Reef requires additional planning permissions for these surveys. Morgon reassured the public that the planning authority is scrutinizing these activities thoroughly and has sought legal advice to ensure compliance with planning standards and regulations.
Cllr Morgon emphasized that "the planning authority has been carefully scrutinising the activity on the site," ensuring that all developments meet community and legal standards.
Cllr Morgon indicated that they are "seeking legal advice" to determine if separate planning permission is needed for preliminary surveys conducted by Digital Reef.
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