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Isle of Man Government is currently holding an important consultation into Planning policy that will inform an updated Island Strategic Plan.One of the questions it asks is: 'Do you support the inclusion of a new rural exception rule which would look to supportthe...

The community group Cair Vie Resistance has strongly criticised claims by advocate Andrew Langan-Newton that the Ballaman wind turbine decision (AP24/0020) represents a “turning point” in Manx planning law. In a recent article, Keystone Law’s Mr Langan-Newton — who is...

‘As the Manx Utilities Authority presses ahead with plans for the Cair Vie Wind Farm in Earystane Plantation, it must only do so with eyes wide open as to the possible consequences for our water systems,’ said Kirrie Jenkins spokesperson for the Cair Vie Resistance...

Cair Vie Resistance is raising new concerns over ground investigation works carried out in 2024 by contractors working for the Manx Utilities Authority (MUA), after the recent discovery of a nationally scarce fungus in Cringle Park—on the same route identified as the...

Cair Vie Resistance is calling for an immediate halt to the proposed onshore wind power station known as Cair Vie in the south of the Isle of Man, following a landmark French court ruling that underscores the risks industrial turbines pose to birdlife — particularly...

Cair Vie Resistance calls out MUA and DEFA over unlawful activity at Earystane & Scard Ecologists for Cair Vie Resistance confirmed that several ecological surveys carried out at the proposed Cair Vie wind power station site should not have proceeded without...

Cair Vie Resistance has described as “very worrying” the news that ecological surveys for the Manx Utilities Authority (MUA) – acting on its own behalf – have been conducted without the legally required licences under the Wildlife Act 1990. Manx Utilities’ onshore...

“We abuse land because we see it as a commodity belonging to us. When we see land as a community to which we belong, we may begin to use it with love and respect." - Aldo Leopold The intack lands adjoining the Southern Uplands, are rich with ancient grasslands and...

'The consequences of interrupting or compromising this view by modern infrastructure need careful consideration.’ These include an acknowledgement of the amount of equipment and disruption the development would cause and expresses concern about how this will likely...

Proposals for the Isle of Man's first on-shore wind farm have been met with criticism, but it's claimed it could power up to a quarter of the electricity needed. See the news clip HERE 

'Concerned citizens of the Isle of Man challenge MUA’s wind project citing environmental destruction, financial burden, and strong community opposition.' Following recent consultations by the Manx Utilities Authority (MUA) on the proposed wind project, concerned Isle...

'It could take over a century to complete the island’s protected area network. While significant progress has been made in protecting the marine environment, with over 50% of inshore waters designated as marine reserves, many land habitats remain without formal...

'Freedom of Information Request reveals a £2 million-plus spend on wind farm so far' When subject to a recent FoI, the MUA has disclosed that it has already spent on project costs for the proposed Earystane & Scard a whopping £1,975,356.53. This is in addition to...

Appointment of a manufacturer for the multi-million pound Earystane windfarm has been delayed by ‘contractual complexities’. Article from Isle of Man Today website written by Adrian Darbyshire Chairman of Manx Utilities John Wannenburgh gave more details in a written...

'Isle of Man windfarm will have substantial negative impact on our natural heritage' Article from IoM Today online The Isle of Man will see some big changes over the coming years if the proposed large onshore wind farm set to be constructed at Earystane as part of the...