Representation by Jane Harrington
- Date submitted
- 12 March 2022
- Submitted by
- Members of the public/businesses
Loss of vital grade one agricultural land. The impact on the farming community as regards loss of income, loss of businesses, loss of vital and sustainable food production, loss of employment. Lack of information regarding overall safety - fire service not clear how to handle and extinguish such fires on these installations. The proximity and therefore danger to local communities, wildlife and businesses should a fire break out. Lack of reassurances regarding the decommissioning of this site. The disingenuous nature of Sunnica’s correspondence and lack of consideration they show to the local community and businesses. They have refused for several years to meet with communities, local Members of Parliament representatives and action groups. They show a total disregard for anyone that states they do not wish to communicate further with them or have dealings with them. They continue to send lengthy, deliberately complicated literature even when they have been instructed not to. The purpose being, to intimidate and frighten those owning land they need. Anyone standing in their way, is treated with contempt and disrespect. They cannot give clarification on so many concerns that the community has requested, which has led to a general feeling of distrust. This arrogant stance, from the onset, compounds that this company, with their bullish attitude, will stop at nothing to get what they want. It is a terrible way to treat people concerned about sustaining their livelihoods and ensuring they live in a safe environment.