Object
Gypsy and Traveller Site Options
Representation ID: 56945
Received: 29/07/2013
Respondent: Mr JWG Blackwell
Impact on Local Economy:
Will result in closure of Exhibition Centre which has already suffered loss of business
Local jobs at risk.
WEC contributes to lcoal economy and there will be knock on effect on other businesses.
Access to Local Amenities:
Nearest GP at capacity
Alternative GP is 5 miles away
Travel:
High risk travel route.
Bus stop on overgrown verge with no pavement.
Cycling dangerous on commuter route.
Historic Environment:
Site on Archaeological register with recent finds.
Historic toll site.
Rural Environment:
Visual impact across valley to Leamington and Warwick
Damage to wildlife habitat on ancient woodland.
Co-existence:
Traditional Gyspy lifestyle incompatible with settled community and unlikely to integrate.
Have reputation of pestering for work.
Law:
Law needs to be upheld in relation to planning and trespass.
What are costs involved and how much will be contributed by G&T community?
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