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Two Labour ministers try to torpedo solar farm in Red Ed's back yard
- Labour ministers oppose the Whitestone Solar Farm near Ed Miliband’s Doncaster North, citing local impact on Green Belt and villages.
- Campaigners say the Whitestone Solar Farm would cover almost 5,000 acres of Green Belt and affect local historic sites.
- Labour says renewables must pass rigorous planning and community consultation processes.
- Opposition accuses Labour of double standards on solar projects, citing ministers' stance in Midlands and elsewhere.
- Local residents formed Save Our Greenbelt and lodged more than 10,000 objections.
- Campaigners argue the site includes a Roman villa and ancient hedgerows that would be impacted.
- Community fears include potential impact on house prices and rural heritage.
- Whitestone proposal seeks final decision in 2027, with Green Nation behind the plans.
- Local MP John Healey and other Labour figures are described as opposing the plan while backing renewable energy principles.
- The article frames the issue within a Net Zero agenda and national energy security goals.
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