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Lancashire Councillors Reject Onshore Cables for Wind Project

11/24/2025

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Lancashire councillors unanimously oppose onshore cabling for the Morgan Offshore Wind Project due to potential impacts on residents, tourism, the environment, and wildlife.
The cabling would connect to the National Grid from Starr Gate, near Blackpool Airport, through Fylde to Penwortham.
A government decision is expected next year.
The project aims to install 96 turbines over 20 miles off the Fylde coast, generating 1500 MW to power two million homes annually.

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Lancashire councillors unanimously oppose onshore cabling for the Morgan Offshore Wind Project due to potential impacts on residents, tourism, the environment, and wildlife.
The cabling would connect to the National Grid from Starr Gate, near Blackpool Airport, through Fylde to Penwortham.
A government decision is expected next year.
The project aims to install 96 turbines over 20 miles off the Fylde coast, generating 1500 MW to power two million homes annually.