Humber green energy hub hit by planning setback

Will Nichols
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Minister 'minded to approve' £450m project but call for further evidence pushes back already delayed decision date

A planned £450m renewable energy hub by the Humber has edged closer to reality after the government announced it is "minded to approve" the proposal. But developers Able UK have expressed frustration the...

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