Gypsy, Traveller and Travelling Showpeople Development Plan Document

Disagree

I am against the proposed use of the land for a Gypsy and Traveller site for the following reasons: Water Lane is narrow with limited options for vehicles, especially large ones, to safely pass each other. Turning in and out of Water Lane to and from Roundwell is hazardous because it is on a bend and seeing oncoming traffic along Roundwell from both directions is difficult. There is no footpath for pedestrians along Water Lane and it would not be possible to create one. Walking up and down Water Lane is dangerous especially for children and creating increased traffic would make it more so. Crossing Roundwell at the bottom of Water Lane is also hazardous for pedestrians because of the bend. It is necessary to cross the road here because there is no pedestrian footpath on that side of Roundwell and therefore no option to walk to a safer place to cross. The reasons outlined above also apply to cyclists, especially older children and teenagers who might choose to ride a bicycle to school. To create a site where many people live which is difficult and dangerous to access without the use of a car and which would put them in danger if they walk or cycle is totally unacceptable. I urge you to take these comments very seriously.