Council seeks legal review of wind farm approval

But the developer did not submit important additional information, including an impact study, until 10 April last year and a deadline for comments on the new information was then set for 16 May — just five weeks later.

The council advised that it would be unable to review the new information for several months, due to a backlog of applications, but its call for an extension to the deadline was rejected.

It formally voted to oppose the development on 8 September 2025, reflecting the decision of its planning committee.

Earlier this year the ECU ruled that the concern raised by the council was made too late in the application process.

David Robertson, chief executive of Scottish Borders Council, said: “The decision to seek a judicial review regarding approval of this development has not been taken lightly.

“Prior to taking this step we have sought specialist legal opinion and have also engaged with relevant elected members across the political spectrum.

“An update will be provided to the full council meeting on 21 May.”