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Bid lodged for new targets at Holbeach Air Weapons Range

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Barge would be based at Holbeach Air Weapons Range , Lincolnshire .

RAF and planes from other Nato countries use the range to practise dropping bombs and firing weapons.

Application submitted to South Kesteven District Council said two of the site's targets needed replacing.

RAF said the site has long supported the need for exceptional training for the RAF and Nato allies.

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