Developers behind the controversial proposals for a new £28 million animal rending plant near Lincoln have confirmed they will close their Skellingthorpe plant if the Norton Disney one is approved.
Lincoln Proteins Limited are currently in the early stages of submitting planning permission for a plant at Villa Farm, Norton Disney, amid 2,000 petitioners against the idea.
The company is holding a consultation on Wednesday, November 1 at Norton Disney Village Hall to speak with residents about the plans.
Residents believe the Jerusalem Farm plant in Skellingthorpe has helped earn the village the infamous ‘Smelly Skelly’ nickname, however Lincoln Proteins has assured the public that if a new plant is approved state of the art technology will be put in place to ensure the plant produces no bad odours.
Gary Hancock, Managing Director at Lincoln Proteins, said: “We are at present consulting with the local community on proposals to set up a new, state-of-the-art animal by-products processing facility at Villa Farm, just off the A46, some 2 miles from Norton Disney.
“This will replace the existing, outdated A Hughes & Son plant at Jerusalem Farm in Skellingthorpe. No planning application has been submitted and this will only take place once we have completed our consultation which ends with a public drop-in event from 10.30am until 7:30pm at Norton Disney Village Hall on Wednesday 1 November.
“The new £28 million facility will feature the very latest rendering technology which uses a negatively pressured environment and high temperature thermal oxidation to ensure that odours are eliminated.”
Lincoln Proteins has stated that access to Villa Farm will only be from the A46 via Folly Lane and that no vehicles will pass through Norton Disney.
Commenting on the objections for the possible plant, Gary Hancock said: “Whilst the concern is understandable with rumours circulating as to why we are moving and given the reputation of an old and outdated plant, we would ask that people wait to see what the proposals are before making a decision.
“A modern processing facility is unrecognisable from the old plant of 14 years ago. The odours are negligible and less intrusive than average everyday agriculture. The move will enable the jobs and the multimillion pound contribution to the Lincolnshire economy to stay where it belongs, in Lincolnshire.”
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We are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a collision caused serious injuries to a 23-year-old man.
Just before 3.30pm yesterday (2 July), we received reports of a collision on Barholm Road in Tallington. It involved a grey BMW 335D estate, a blue BMW 116D and an orange KTM motorcycle.
The motorcycle rider, a 23-year-old man, sustained serious injuries during the collision and was taken to hospital.
If you witnessed the incident and are yet to get in touch with us, please do so. If you have any other information or dashcam footage available that may have captured the road along the A1175 at the time of the collision, get in touch.
By calling 101 quoting incident 282 of 2 July.
By emailing [email protected] quoting incident 282 of 2 July in the subject line.
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can report via the independent charity CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.
The 2022 Destination Lincolnshire Tourism Excellence Awards are open for applications, and Destination Lincolnshire giving you the rare chance to co-create your application with Nell Barrington, a tourism awards veteran, who has helped hundreds of businesses write winning applications over the last 15 years – including national VisitEngland winners.
The Tourism Awards Masterclass is taking place on Tuesday 12 July at 11am for one-hour online. Laura Freer, Head of Marketing at Destination Lincolnshire said: “This is a golden opportunity, after years of hard work and heartache, to get your business and team recognised and rewarded.
“A well written application is key to achieving a coveted place on this year’s shortlist, and I’d encourage all tourism and visitor economy businesses who are thinking of entering – whether they are seasoned at writing award applications or not – to join us for this exclusive masterclass.
“Nell Barrington has worked with us and VisitEngland on the founding application processes of these awards, and she is perfectly placed to assist in co-creating applications that you can be proud of. This is a great opportunity for business development too – whether you are shortlisted for an award or not – discovering how to effectively apply for awards and talk up your business adds another string to your bow.
“Booking is essential and places are limited to just 35 – so be quick! This year we’ve made our masterclass available to partners and also to those who we are yet to work with for free. Call it an added bonus, after two years away from the awards circuit.
The awards masterclass is focussed on the application process, and it will spell out what the judges are looking for. You’ll learn how to make your application stand out from the local competition, helping your chances of going through to the national VisitEngland Awards in 2023.”
There are fifteen categories open for nominations from visitors attraction, accommodation providers, hospitality businesses and many more.
The deadline for nominations is July 29, with online judging starting on July 30 and mystery shopping from August 13. Finalists will be announced on Monday, August 15.
The awards ceremony will be held at the Engine Shed on October 21, and will be hosted by Lincs FM presenter, John Marshall.
The event is organised by Stonebow Media, publishers of The Lincolnite, to celebrate the best businesses in Greater Lincolnshire, alongside headline sponsors Lincoln College and Destination Lincolnshire.
We would also like to thank our other sponsors Visit Lincolnshire, Heart of Lincs, Duncan and Toplis and LNER, insight6 and EV Camel.
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