Peel Energy Ltd is expected to submit its proposals on Thursday for the renewable
energy plant due to be built on land off Barton Bridge in Urmston.
energy plant due to be built on land off Barton Bridge in Urmston.
Hundreds of local protesters have met to voice concerns over the planned power
plant. Almost 600 people attended a public meeting held by the Breathe Clean Air
Group in response to Peel Energy Ltd’s plan for land in Davyhulme.
plant. Almost 600 people attended a public meeting held by the Breathe Clean Air
Group in response to Peel Energy Ltd’s plan for land in Davyhulme.
Jo Burgess, spokeswoman for the campaign, told the audience gathered at the
Christ Church, Lostock: “If there is ever a time to be standing up and being counted in your life, it's now" These strong words from Jo Burgess have generated a healthy response from the local community and this coming Saturday, Trafford councilors and residents will carry out a protest march through the below streets of Urmston. This march is expected to generate a healthy turnout which will hopefully convey the message to Trafford council.
Christ Church, Lostock: “If there is ever a time to be standing up and being counted in your life, it's now" These strong words from Jo Burgess have generated a healthy response from the local community and this coming Saturday, Trafford councilors and residents will carry out a protest march through the below streets of Urmston. This march is expected to generate a healthy turnout which will hopefully convey the message to Trafford council.
The route will start at Broadway Park at 10.30am where protestors will march into Urmston town centre and then on to Davyhulme Park. Protestors have been advised to “bring your whistles and loudest voices because we intend to be seen and heard!” The march will end with speeches from the MP; Kate Green, several councillors and other guest speakers.
Protest march route map.
Action to date
On Friday 31st December, the Breathe Clean Air Group organised a Flashmob Freeze in Urmton town centre. Over 60 people subtly congregated in Eden Square at 1pm and, on the sound of a whistle, froze still for 5 minutes. Participants wore something red and brought along red props to show their support. We were thrilled to see so many supporters out on New Year’s Eve. It was a truly memorable event for all of those who took part and for those who watched the event. It was a fantastic and unusual way to end 2010. People were talking about it afterwards and we have had incredible feedback! Action of this nature really does indicate the thoughts of the local community.
Mr Castle, Chief Planning Officer at Trafford Planning Dept voicing your objection to the Barton (really Davyhulme!) 'Renewable' Energy Plant. Quote the planning number 76153/FULL/2010
