I write to you in utter dismay that, as a resident of Hawkes Hill Close, Norton Lindsey, the first that I am told about the proposed Travelers campsite development on my doorstep is delivered to me by a representative of a local internet radio station carrying out canvassing. That, in itself, is appalling.

I then note that there has been a consultation period on this proposal (which ends on 29/07/13), and that not one local resident whose life will be affected by the 'decision' has any idea what is being planned for our village.

I have subsequently received a letter from Norton Grange (Norton
Lindsey) Management Ltd which uses inflamatory language in labeling the development a 'gypsy camp'. Approaches such as these cause distress and promote oppression towards minority communities. I find this very disturbing: a direct consequence of your self-serving actions in this regard.

I would like to know who is responsible for this procedural mess, as I intend to take whatever action is available to me to bring this person to task.

As for the development itself, although I do not discriminate against the traveler community, the average UK house buyer most certainly does, and I am afraid this will be reflected on the market value of my property. I will, therefore, be challenging the progress of this proposal in no uncertain terms, and will be taking legal advice in due course.