Dear Sir,
After a number of years, Eon are finally about to submit their proposal to build the largest wind farm in County Durham on the Isles. As we go to press, the intention is to build 24 huge turbines either side of the A1 between junctions 59 and 60.
This industrial development will dominate the area and will be seen for miles. The visual impact is the very least of our concerns. For example, many of the turbines are to be built on flood plains.
Others are on land that is meant to be protected by planning restrictions because of its sensitivity. We also have real worries about the amount of construction traffic that will fill some of our key roads for at least 12 months. The Isles Communities Turbine Action Campaign are holding a meeting on the 23rd April at 8pm in Mordon village hall to discuss Eons proposals and all are welcome.
If anyone is uncertain as to how this will affect them, they should come to the meeting to discuss any concerns or issues they have. Whilst no one can dispute the need for the development of renewable energy in this Country, building huge wind turbines in totally unsuitable locations, is not the answer.
Susan Fox on behalf of TICTAC