Poll: Two thirds of Tory voters back lifting of onshore wind farm ban

James Murray
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Poll: Two thirds of Tory voters back lifting of onshore wind farm ban

Latest evidence of support for onshore renewables development comes as government faces further splits over controversial coal mine planning decision

Nearly two thirds of Conservative voters support the development of new onshore wind turbines, even near to their homes, according to the latest poll to reveal overwhelming public backing for onshore renewables...

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