Councillors are being asked to approve plans for a 100MW battery energy storage system (BESS) on a field next to a key part of Shropshire’s road and rail network.

That is despite dozens of objections being lodged, including a signed petition.

Lower 48 Energy BESS Ltd’s proposal in Uffington is in the shadow of Haughmond Hill near Shrewsbury – sparking concerns about fire safety, an increase in traffic, and a potential to hit property values.

It will be considered by Shropshire Council’s Northern Planning Committee on Tuesday, December 9.

A meeting in Uffington in October saw the parish council narrowly survive a vote of no confidence after some residents accused it of not doing enough to oppose the scheme next to the Preston Island junction of the A49 and A45.

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