Ryanair chief Michael O'Leary objects to windfarm near his land

The Ryanair chief has objected to the proposal through his horse-racing organisation, based in Co Westmeath. 

Ryanair's Michael O'Leary, who has, through his horse racing organisation, objected to the construction of a windfarm. File Picture: Press Association

Ryanair chief executive, Michael O’Leary, has become involved in a planning row over plans for a wind farm near land he owns near Delvin, Co Westmeath.

The well-known businessman, through his horse racing organisation, Gigginstown House Stud, is one of several parties to appeal against the recent decision of Westmeath County Council to grant planning permission to a wind energy firm for the retention of meteorological mast as well as an increase in its permitted height from 80 to 100 metres.