Closing the Gap on the A30 at Fingle Glen
Sadly, at the recent Judicial Review hearing that the Action Group had successfully called for, the Judge ruled that the consultation process followed by the Highways Agency was adequate and therefore the Highways Agency intend to close the gap, probably by as soon as 18th October. using a temporary order that does not require a public inquiry. The County Council, as Highways Authority, by resolution of it’s Executive Committee, is opposed to this action.
This is yet one more example of unelected bodies and decision makers feeling that it is quite unnecessary to take any notice at all of local public opinion as expressed by the elected County Council.
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I feel saddened that so many individuals appear to be objecting on grounds of financial loss. ‘The pub will suffer’ ‘We will lose business’. I do appreciate that this IS a concern, but surely this should not override that of public safety. Whether it is opened or closed, the gap should never have been created, and closing it presents a step forward in enhancing public safety. If I have to drive an additional 25 minutes due to diversion before I get out of my car, I am inconvenienced, but I stand a much better chance of actually getting out of my car in the first place. Close the Gap. Save lives.