New solar project approved

The government has approved Tillbridge Solar Farm in Lincolnshire.

According to the developer, the project could support 1,250 jobs and power hundreds of thousands of British homes.

This is the 17th nationally significant clean energy project approved by the government since July 2024.

Energy Minister Michael Shanks said: "Families across Lincolnshire and the rest of the country have seen their energy bills go through the roof as a result of our exposure to volatile gas prices.  

"Solar is one of the cheapest and quickest power sources we can build, it is crucial in our mission to make Britain a clean energy superpower – giving us energy security, good jobs and growth across the country."