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Councillors Discuss Funding for Offshore Wind Generation off Yorkshire Coast

North Yorkshire Council are discussing the possibility of generating offshore energy near Scarborough and Whitby.

Councillor John Ritchie is a big supporter of the idea.

He feels it could have benefits for both towns:

Councillor Neil Swannick is also in favour, he feels it should be prioritised over other plans like a festival for Scarborough's 400th anniversary and the water spa at Whitby.

Councillor Swannick feels funding should be increased for the offshore development plan:

Councillor Liz Colling had this response to those plans:

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