Wales moves to rule out new steel pylons in favour of underground lines
The Welsh government plans to ban traditional steel pylons for electricity lines it controls, favouring underground cables, and has launched a consultation. Plans for pylons in the Towy Valley have met strong local opposition.
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| BBC News | Centre | The BBC operates under a Royal Charter. Oversight is managed by the BBC Board, and regulatory authority rests with Ofcom. source |