Author: Benjamin

A council’s decision to snub proposals for the UK’s biggest solar farm will cost taxpayers “wasted expense,” the government says.Swale Borough Council (SBC) voted down Cleve Hill Solar Park’s battery safety plans for its massive site in Graveney, near Faversham, despite warnings there was a “high risk there will be costs”.Once complete, Cleve Hill Solar Park will host 880,000 solar panelsBut its decision was overturned this month after the developers successfully appealed to the Planning Inspectorate, a process expected to cost the taxpayer thousands.Consisting of 800,000 panels on 890 acres (360 hectares) of farmland, the park was given government approval…

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Birling Gap has been recognized by The Times and Sunday Times Best UK Beaches Guide as one of the top 50 beaches in the UK and one of the seven best beaches in the south of the country. Chris Haslam, the chief travel writer at The Times and Sunday Times, visited the beach and evaluated it along with others across the UK based on various factors. The assessment criteria included water quality, cleanliness, accessibility, car-parking facilities, lifeguard presence, hygiene levels at restrooms and showers, and dog-friendliness. Only beaches with an excellent water quality rating from The Environment Agency were considered…

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Monday 15 July 2024 7:59 am Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on WhatsApp Share on Email Taylor Swift’s upcoming Eras tour could present an additional consideration for rate-setters at the Bank of England as they deliberate over when to initiate interest rate cuts. The inflation figures for June are set to be released soon, with economists predicting that the headline rate will hold steady at two percent. However, analysts are wary that Swift’s concert series, starting at Wembley in June and continuing into August, might disrupt progress on services inflation. “Taylor Swift may have paused…

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ICTS central search members at Glasgow and Aberdeen airports have overwhelmingly accepted an improved pay offer. This agreement resolves the ongoing pay dispute, preventing any strikes from taking place. Previously, 300 members were balloted for strike action that could have occurred during the peak summer months, with Unite the union urging airport owner AGS to intervene in the dispute. The accepted pay deal includes a basic pay rise of five percent, a one-off payment of £500, and a shift allowance increase of 75 pence per hour, which is an uplift of around 5.9 percent. Additionally, workers will have access to…

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Location : The A27 eastbound between the junctions with the A259 Havant and the A259 Chichester West. Lane Closures : Lane one is closed. Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 08:30 and 08:45 on 15 July 2024. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 08:30 and 08:45 on 15 July 2024. Lanes Closed : There is one of two lanes closed. Source link

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Sunday 14 July 2024 10:15 pm Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on WhatsApp Share on Email England’s quest for a first major men’s trophy since 1966 continues after substitute Mikel Oyarzabal scored late to give Spain a 2-1 victory in the Euro 2024 final, marking a second consecutive European Championship final defeat for Gareth Southgate’s team. Three years ago, England faced a heartbreaking shootout loss in their bid for glory, and this time, despite rallying with a superb equalizer from substitute Cole Palmer, they couldn’t overcome Spain’s dominance. Nico Williams’ early second-half goal and Oyarzabal’s…

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“Scottish DJ Calvin Harris Energizes TRNSMT 2024 Crowd with Classic Hits Calvin Harris, the superstar DJ from Dumfries, brought the house down as he closed out TRNSMT 2024 on Sunday night at Glasgow Green. Despite the onset of rain after a weekend of sunshine, Harris kicked off his set with the upbeat ‘This Is What You Came For,’ featuring Rihanna, a track he co-wrote with Taylor Swift. Addressing the crowd enthusiastically, Harris exclaimed, ‘Glasgow! I want to see everyone’s hands in the air right now!’ The audience eagerly obliged, setting the stage for a night of non-stop dancing. Referencing the…

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