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UK Government to Decide on Controversial Radar Towers in Wales

The future of a proposed network of 27 giant radar towers in Pembrokeshire, Wales, now lies with government ministers. The Ministry of Defence (MoD) wants to build the 20-meter-high dishes as part of a space surveillance system. Campaigners have strongly opposed the plan, citing concerns over the visual impact on the landscape and potential harm to the environment. Pembrokeshire is known for its natural beauty and includes a national park area. The MoD says the radar is needed for national security to track objects in space. Public consultations have been held, but opposition remains firm. No date has been set for a final decision. The outcome will affect both UK space capabilities and local communities.

Sources: BBC Science
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