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This story shows that public opinion, especially from a dedicated fanbase, can indeed influence large infrastructure projects. The 'hundreds of calls' received by the project manager highlight how collective public pressure can lead to significant route alterations, even for something as critical as an electricity interconnector, demonstrating the power of community engagement.
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