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Wiltshire Council opposes the Lime Down Solar Park, citing job losses, environmental harm, and economic risks.
Wiltshire Council is set to oppose the proposed Lime Down Solar Park, a nationally significant infrastructure project, citing risks to the local economy, environment, and community.
The council, now led by the Liberal Democrats, warns the development could eliminate up to 70 jobs, reduce tourism spending by £1.76 million annually, and permanently lose 878 hectares of farmland—equivalent to 5,000 tonnes of annual crop production.
Concerns include damage to landscape character, biodiversity loss, increased flood risk, and strain on local roads from heavy vehicles.
While acknowledging the project’s potential for clean energy, officials stress significant short- and medium-term harms.
The Planning Inspectorate is reviewing the proposal, with public comments due by January 9 before a final decision by Secretary of State Ed Miliband.
El Consejo de Wiltshire se opone al Parque Solar de Lime Down, citando pérdidas de empleos, daños ambientales y riesgos económicos.