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East Ayrshire wind farm gets go ahead despite concerns over impact of bigger turbines

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A proposed wind farm near Drongan has finally been given the go ahead – the best part of a decade after it was first mooted.The original planning application for Polquhairn wind farm was submitted back in November 2014.

Just last week, the chief executive of developer Orsted criticised the length of time it takes to decide wind farm applications across the world.That proposal would have had nine 100-metre high turbines which could generate 22.5MW of power.

However, issues relating to potential interference with radar systems, led to both Prestwick Airport and the National Air Traffic Services (NATS) objecting to the application.While Prestwick withdrew its objection provided certain conditions were met, NATS maintained theirs.

This led East Ayrshire Council planners to recommend refusal when it came to committee in August 2017.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now.Get all the local news in your area – plus features, football news and the latest on the coronavirus crisis – at your fingertips 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories while you can customise your page with the sections that matter to you.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now on iOS and Android.A subsequent appeal to the Scottish Government’s planning and environmental appeals division (DPEA) was upheld.

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