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Hinckley National Rail Freight Interchange
Representation by Linda Montgomery
- Date submitted
- 15 June 2023
- Submitted by
- Members of the public/businesses
- Why is it necessary? There are a number of existing hubs locally, no automotive industry locally, massive distribution parks already exist Manga Park still being increased in size and warehouse space still not occupied * Environmental Impact Loss of essential green space and farmland Loss of footpaths and Burbage Common Road Loss of wildlife habitat and food source for birds Burbage Common is a vital community green space used by local people and visitors from further afield. This development will cause; light pollution, air pollution, noise pollution, and wildlife will be affected * Traffic Impact Extra HGV traffic and commuter traffic locally and on M69, M69 and M1 junction already has a massive congestion issue proposed southern access opening of M69 will increase local traffic and cause major congestion issues, the Sapcote Road and Burbage Road are already extremely busy and it is very difficult to cross or exit driveways safely The HGV and shift worker traffic through the night and early hours of the morning would have a huge effect on residents sleep The noise from the railway will be increased, it can be heard from Sapcote Road