Discussion over wind farms welcomed by developer

Wednesday, 19 March 2014 00:00

Wind farm representatives say Isle of Man stakeholders have made a sturdy contribution to a discussion over proposed development in the Irish Sea.

Dong Energy is looking to extend its Walney development, and other proposals, and yesterday put the plans before the UK Planning Inspectorate.

Concerns were raised as to the impact this could have on Manx sea and air routes - interested parties including the Steam Packet put their cases forward.

Project development manager Cliff Pullen welcomed the discussion and says it's a positive start:

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