Gas fired power stations approved

Countries: England – North West

Category: Leads
Sector: Construction
Source: ttps://www.gov.uk/government/department-of-energy-climate-change
Link: http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/
Organisations Involved: Department of Energy and Climate Change
Web Addresses: https://www.gov.uk/government/…/department-of-energy-climate-change
Opportunity Description: Construction
Location: England – North West
Estimated Value: Not available

Two gas fired power stations have been given development consent by the Department of Energy and Climate Change following examination by the Planning Inspectorate who had recommended approval.

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