Communities Opposed to New Coal at Hunterston
CONCH in the Media
Independent on Sunday
Shivering atop a power-station chimney certainly makes a dramatic eco statement. But is direct action the best way to combat global warming? Robin Barton meets the climate-change campaigners who like 'big and bold' and the green communities who prefer 'slow and steady'. (Scroll down for CONCH.)
War at home: The local eco-warriors making a big noise.The Buteman
PLANS for a new 'clean coal' power station at Hunterston have provoked anger at the south end of Bute - which could bear the brunt of the environmental and visual impact if and when the new facility is built.
Concern on Bute at Hunterston coal planLargs and Millport Weekly News
The deadline for public consultation on the new controversial coal power station plans has been extended to 20 August.
Deadline extended for coal power consultations
North Ayrshire and Arran MP Katy Clark is supporting the decision by campaigners to take legal action over the lack of consultation against Ayrshire Power's proposed coal plant.
MP backs legal challenge to Scottish GovernmentTwo local politicians have pledged their support to a community legal action against the proposed 'clean' coal power station at Hunterston.
Legal row over coal station planThe Guardian
Scottish leader accused of failing to consult community over power station
Scottish Government - Coal Power StationThe Herald
Campaigners in court challenge to new power stationThe Scotsman
Campaigners in legal bid to block coal power stationBBC News
Court bid to halt power stationSTV News
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Campaigners oppose plans for new Hunterston plantWest Sound
The Scottish Government's in hot water over plans for a new Hunterston coal-fired power station.
Legal row over Hunterston coal station
