Cornwall seaweed farm opposed by locals
Plans for seaweed farm development in North Cornwall have been challenged by locals, who have expressed concern about potential effects on marine wildlife.
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Plans for seaweed farm development in North Cornwall have been challenged by locals, who have expressed concern about potential effects on marine wildlife.
Two companies are applying to build farm in 1 sq km zoned-off area off Port Quin close to Port Isaac
The company behind the scheme withdrew their original application after a public outcry.
Campaigners in Cornwall claimed a plot the size of 176 football pitches threatened to destroy views and have now forced developers into a last-ditch U-turn.
Biome Algae wanted to create a seaweed farm the size of “153 football pitches” said local MP Cherilyn Mackrory.