In light of 2010 government cut backs, English Heritage prioritised its planning advice services, the maintenance and conservation of its properties, existing grant commitments and its Buildings at Risk programme.

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Planning and conservation director for the North West, Henry Owen-John, said English Heritage was "delighted to support" the plan.

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The States Parties are encouraged to integrate the protection of the cultural and natural heritage into regional planning programmes, set up staff and services at their sites, undertake scientific and technical conservation research and adopt measures which give this heritage a function in the day-to-day life of the community.

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In May, the government's planning inspector granted permission for both wind farms, despite opposition from residents and conservation bodies including English Heritage.

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