Grey power. (Ear To The Ground).Some environmentalists, backed by Welsh Secretary Peter Hain v. t. 1. To inclose for mowing; to set aside for grass. , dream of Wales Wales, Welsh Cymru, western peninsula and political division (principality) of Great Britain (1991 pop. 2,798,200), 8,016 sq mi (20,761 sq km), west of England; politically united with England since 1536. The capital is Cardiff. becoming 'the green energy hub of Britain'. Mostly they have wind power in mind. But not everyone gives an unreserved welcome to giant wind turbines sprouting on Wales' most scenic hills. Now people living in Porthcawl, one of Wales' most favoured seaside resorts seaside resort n → playa seaside resort sea n → station f balnéaire seaside resort sea n → Badeort , are up in arms armed for war; in a state of hostility. See also: Arms at proposals to site massive turbines just four miles out to sea. The local authority has reportedly responded by saying it will be all right if the turbines are painted grey--'so they will only be seen with difficulty'! |
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