UK wind power enjoys record-busting weekend

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On Sunday afternoon wind power provided 38 per cent of the UK's electricity

The UK's wind turbines hit a new generation peak this weekend, providing a staggering 38 per cent of UK electricity on Sunday afternoon. Between 17.15 and 17.45 on Sunday, wind generation surpassed...

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