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Turbines Here?
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- Noise is a big problem


The latest generation of wind turbines is widely acknowledged to generate significant levels of noise.


This will be especially intrusive for anyone within 2kms (a mile and a quarter) of any one of the 35 turbines.


The effects on health are recognised abroad but, sadly, the current planning guidelines are based on outdated information.


Developers often refer to the noise of wind turbines being “drowned out” by background noise.


How much background noise is there at night?


Detailed and up-to-date experience from Holland shows just how serious the noise issue is,


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- Menace


This menace will particularly worry residents of:


North Charlton &nbsp&nbsp Brownieside


South Charlton &nbsp&nbsp Tynely


Charlton Mires &nbsp&nbsp Shipley Hill


East Ditchburn &nbsp&nbsp Wandylaw


West Ditchburn &nbsp&nbsp Rayheugh.


Homes at Haughterslaw, Rosebrough, East Linkhall, West Linkhall, Brockley Hall, Charlton Hall, Rock, Brockdam, Quarry House, Hagdon and Commonflat would also be blighted.