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Government blocks Chinese firm’s plans to build wind turbines in Scotland
The UK Government cited national security risks and links to Chinese state influence to block Ming Yang’s £1.5bn factory, which could have created up to 1,500 jobs, officials said.
- On Wednesday, the UK Government blocked Chinese wind turbine manufacturer Ming Yang's plans to build the world's largest manufacturing facility at Ardersier near Inverness, halting a proposed £1.5bn investment that could have created up to 1,500 jobs.
- Trade Minister Sir Chris Bryant said in January the UK must be 'clear eyed' about China, citing espionage risks and the need to protect critical national infrastructure; concerns also centered on Ming Yang's potential ties to the Chinese Communist Party.
- The proposal had been pending for 18 months with officials repeatedly promising decisions before the Wednesday announcement; Highlands and Islands Enterprise approved more than £3m to support site development earlier this week.
- First Minister John Swinney said he was 'deeply disappointed' by the decision, characterizing it as 'sabotaging Scotland's industrial future,' while Ming Yang said the block 'misses a significant opportunity to increase competition' in wind turbines.
- Ming Yang signaled it had a 'shortlist of ports' on the continent lined up as contingency; in February, the company warned months of delays meant exploring alternative European sites while still hoping for UK approval.
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- 34% of the sources lean Left, 33% of the sources are Center, 33% of the sources lean Right
34% Left
L 34%
C 33%
R 33%
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