Severn Estuary barrage could still be built if right proposals are submitted

Artists impression of the Corlan Hafren proposal for the Severn Barrage Credit: Corlan Hafren

The UK Energy Secretary Ed Davey says a 30 billion pound barrage across the Severn estuary could still be built if the right proposals were submitted.

The barrage would stretch from the Vale of Glamorgan to Somerset. Supporters believe it could provide 5% of UK electricity - but some MPs and environmental groups have opposed the plans.

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Severn Barrage proposals

David Cameron is reported to have asked ministers to look again at building a barrage in the Severn Estuary.