Blown away

WOULD not one assume 100-metre high machines within a mile or so of your house would devalue your property?

However, the Scottish Government has followed the wind industry in saying there is no effect on house prices.

And if two local authorities and 5,000 people were to object to a wind farm, would you not think that the government would accept the decision? Not so, at Dersalloch near Damellington, where Fergus Ewing – the minister for business, energy and tourism – overruled everyone.

Think about that. Is this how you would expect the public to be treated in a country that used to be renowned for democracy, probity and fairness? And remember, wherever in Scotland you live, it could be you next time.

Celia Hobbs

Peebles Road 

Penicuik

Midlothian