New industry must be built behind offshore wind plans - Randerson

4.14.33pm GMT Fri 8th Jan 2010

Britain has lagged behind other countries on clean energy thanks to Labour and Tory inaction

Commenting on the announcement of two major offshore wind developments in North and South Wales, Welsh Liberal Democrat Shadow Economy Minister Jenny Randerson AM said:

"I strongly welcome the opportunity for Wales to play its part in delivering a step-change in energy creation.

"For well over a decade, successive Labour and Tory Governments have dragged their feet on offshore wind and renewables and this news is therefore all the more welcome.

"These plans need to be matched with concerted efforts to create the industry behind them here in Wales to ensure we benefit economically as well as environmentally."

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