Renewable energy

The UK government claimes panels could help homes "significantly cut" energy bills.

Cranwell farmer Joe Ward is defending plans to build a 640-acre solar farm on his land.

Developers say they will look for investors to fund the major project.

Council leader Sean Matthews describes the decision as an attack on Lincolnshire's countryside.

Plans for an offshore wind farm is a key topic on voters' minds in the upcoming general election.

The project has been approved by the government despite opposition from local people and their MP.

The site also provided 75% of New Cross Hospital's electricity between April 2025 and March.