'Monstrosities in low-lying areas': anger at wind farm go-ahead in Kerry

Stacks Mountain Windfarm Ltd will have seven turbines with a ground height of 156.5m some 5km south of Listowel.

To date, 362 wind turbines have been constructed in Kerry, the majority in the north of the county. Picture: Neil Michael 

A wind farm near Listowel, with turbines reaching over 156 metres, has been given the go-ahead by An Bord Pleanála despite strong opposition from local groups.

To date, 362 wind turbines have been constructed in Kerry, the majority in the north of the county.