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Keep up to dateThe Severn Barrage is tipped to supply a substantial chunk of the UK’s energy needs
The Severn Barrage is the way to go (Bristol mayor warns against Severn Barrage, 18 February, www.building.co.uk).
It will not harm the port business, the barrage should be seen as an opportunity to increase business at the port, making it non tidal reliant. The UK’s power situation is in dire straits and the barrage will make a massive difference.
Phil Byers, via www.building.co.uk
The government says developer Hafren Power has failed to make a strong case for the scheme
Select committee report concludes Hafren Power proposal lacks detail and comes with “high risk” of environmental damage
The nuclear new build programme is in trouble and the UK is in desperate need of clean and secure energy. So, says Julia Barfield, it’s time we pushed ahead with the Severn Barrage
It is not good for anyone that some of the sector’s most high-profile projects are bid by just two firms, writes Dave Rogers
Bold leadership, greater diversity, a circular approach and a focus on cracking the housing crisis are on my wishlist for 2025, writes Ellie Jenkins of Akerlof
There is much to like in the updated planning guidance but ministers should demand that new housing targets are delivered sooner rather than later, writes Paul Smith
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