Onshore wind

I think it’s time to lift the ban on onshore wind.

I have championed the use of wind energy all along, and the energy crisis has forced the government to consider all the alternatives, and even within the Conservative Party support for onshore wind has been growing.

We must move to green technologies.  The earth stands on the brink of collapse, and using wind energy in all its forms is vital.

I will be voting for any legislation (including any relevant amendments) bringing it about.

I was pleased that a group of Conservative MPs tabled an amendment in the House ensuring that onshore wind rules are to be relaxed, subject to local regulation.  Let us see if the government follow through on their agreement to do this. 

Additionally, we must ensure that the placement of wind farms is properly and fairly decided.