Cabinet undecided over onshore wind ahead of UK energy plan

One minister says onshore wind is 'not cost effective' as some prefer a push for frackingMinisters have not yet made a final decision about whether to include a renewed push for onshore wind in next week's energy independence plan, with some in cabinet sceptical about the move, government sources say.The business secretary, Kwasi Kwarteng, has made clear publicly that he would like to see planning rules relaxed, in order to facilitate the building of more onshore wind farms, and Michael Gove, who oversees the planning system, has also spoken out in favour. Continue reading...