Tidal power scheme to be unveiled in 2015 budget

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World first proposed for Swansea Bay could increase government’s green credentials but chancellor is also offering subsidy for North Sea oil firms

George Osborne will use the budget to unveil an ambitious and costly plan to build the world's first tidal lagoon to generate green energy. The move comes alongside controversial measures to lower taxes...

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