The Burn of Whilk Wind Farm is an insult to the ancient heritage landscape that has come down to us in such intact form, and to those come to enjoy it. It takes no account of the effects on tourism, or on the lives of people who live in the vicinity.

People come here from all over the world, for the archaeology, for fishing, for falconry, or just to explore one of the last unspoilt wilderness areas of Britain. The immediate area around Yarrows is earmarked by Highland Council as a landscape of major national/international significance. There are designated sites in abundance all around the area - the Warehouse Hill SSSI, Oliclett Peatlands RAMSAR site, Brickigoe Loch SSSI, Thrumster Mill Loch SSSI, the East Caithness cliffs SSSI - all within 1.5 kilometers.

The site itself sits on deep peat, a major carbon sink, which, if disturbed will release quantities of carbon, which will be impossible to offset with the pathetic production levels of these turbines.

Falconry has been practised since early times on the neighbouring estate of Thrumster, and Lance Nicholson, the 'keeper, is a falconer of many years standing. He holds his job for that reason. That job and his family are under threat from this development, as is this ancient sport, for which Caithness is known worldwide.

What can you do?

1. A pro-forma objection sheet allows you to record your views on the following link www.caithnesswindfarms.co.uk (you can also use the 'Click to Object' button above)

2. Lobby your PROSPECTIVE councillors - after May 3rd it will be all change. They need to know of your concerns. These are the people who take the initial decision.