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Barrage is a no-brainer

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MP for Northavon and Liberal Democrat Spokesperson for the Environment Steve Webb explains why he thinks the Severn Barrage would be positive.
Barrage effects would be disastrous
Friends of the Earth's South Gloucestershire representative Stuart Shales believes that the Severn Barrage would have negative environmental effects and should not go ahead.
Local residents speak out

Brean Down residents have their say about the proposed Severn Barrage and the effect it would have on their community.
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Timeline of previous barrage proposals
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Brean Down residents have their say
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Severn Barrage proposed images
Timeline of previous barrage proposals
