Offshore wind projects to be part of marine activity zones strategy

"Strategic marine activity zones" may be designated in coastal and offshore waters as part of the Government's new approach to marine planning.

Offshore wind projects to be part of marine activity zones strategy
Tue, 12 Nov, 2019 - 12:24
Lorna Siggins

"Strategic marine activity zones" may be designated in coastal and offshore waters as part of the Government's new approach to marine planning.

Offshore wind projects will receive "preference" in marine areas zoned for this, a new draft framework published this morning by Minister of State for Housing Damien English states.

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