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Date:- 12 November 2007

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 Wicks consents to Walney

THE Government's commitment to renewable Energy is underlined again with the go-ahead from Malcolm Wicks for a major wind project 14KM from Walney Island, off the coast of Cumbria.

The Walney wind farm, from developer DONG Energy, is expected to have somewhere between 93-152 turbines, producing enough clean electricity for approximately 360,000 homes when fully operational in 2013.

The world's largest offshore wind project - the 1000MW London Array - has also now received its final consent. The overhead electricity line, that will eventually connect the onshore sub-station in Kent to the wind farm that is to be sited in the Thames Estuary, is green-lighted today by the Energy Minister.

This follows the announcement yesterday in the Queen's Speech on the forthcoming Energy Bill, which will contain measures to 'band' the Renewables Obligation (RO) in order to provide increased financial support to less developed renewable energy technologies, such as offshore wind.

Energy Minister Malcolm Wicks said:- "Our belief in renewables has been questioned recently by some but actions do speak louder than words. We are delivering on our promises to get projects such as Walney and the London Array through the system. The Energy Bill will allow us to increase the amount of backing schemes like this get from the Renewables Obligation.

People should recognise that the UK, along with Denmark, is leading the world in the development of offshore wind power."

Skills event opens to thousands of young people

OVER 16,500 students are booked to visit the biggest 'hands on' careers and skills event in the North West, Skills NorthWest is due to take place at Manchester Central (formally known as GMEX) on 13, 14 & 15 November 2007 between 9.30am - 3pm on each day. The event is supported by the Learning and Skills Council.

This interactive careers exhibition aims to inspire young people towards their future careers choices via 'hands on' demonstrations and insights into many careers areas as well as offering important information advice and guidance.

This event is bucking the trend from the usual careers fair and will host over 70 interactive stands offering everything from an Army climbing tower and DJ workshops to a day in the life within the NHS and the planning of a virtual town. Exhibitors include companies such as AA Driving School, Aimhigher North West, Armed Forces Careers, British Gas, City College Manchester, Liverpool John Moores University, Manchester City Council, NHS Academy North West, Pontins, Rochdale Adult and Childcare Services, Siemens, The Manufacturing Institute, Jaguar, University of Central Lancashire and many more.

There is also the chance to explore the wide range of vocational training opportunities and information about Apprenticeships - a great way for ambitious young people to gain qualifications and experience while earning a wage

Parents, carers and families can attend at any time over the 3 days to ensure that they are informed of the range of career opportunities to help their children make informed choices in the future.

Andrew Coates from event organisers Prospects said:- "We are delighted with the response to the Skills NorthWest event and hope that it will inspire many young people in the North West. Skills are vital to the future of the region and this event aims to give a taste of a variety of career options and the skills required to be successful."

Further details on Skills NorthWest can be obtained via www.skillsnw.co.uk  or from Andrew Coates on 07917 707461.

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