Thousands of local Lincoln villagers are building objections to the idea of a new animal by-product rendering plant in Norton Disney.
Residents say the proposals, in early stages, would “adversely affect the lives of residents” in surrounding villages, citing fears of another “Smelly Skelly”.
The letter reads: “Lincoln Proteins Limited (with connections to another plant at Skellingthorpe – known to locals as “Smelly Skelly”), is to seek planning permission to build another plant at Villa Farm, Folly Lane, Norton Disney.
“This will adversely affect the lives of residents in Norton Disney, Collingham, Swinderby, Witham St Hughs and Bassingham and further affect the precious ecology of this area and the tourist, ecological and leisure businesses close by.
“The signatories to this petition say “No!” to the planning permission proposals.”
More than 2,000 people have signed the petition so far.
Lincoln Proteins Limited told reporters that plans were in the early stages, and that a public consultation was being held between 10.30am and 7.30pm on Wednesday, November 1 at Norton Disney Village Hall.
The firm will then put together its proposal to submit to Lincolnshire County Council.
Animal rendering is the process of converting waste animal tissue such as fatty tissue, bone or even entire carcasses of animals turned away at slaughterhouses into purified fats like lard or tallow.
This can sometimes be converted into products like rubber, plastic and lubricants, or animal feed.
Resident Roxanne Burkitt said in a comment on the petition: “I live in Norton Disney which is an area of outstanding natural beauty.
“It’s a lovely community with several businesses such as B&Bs, a woodland cafe, a wedding venue, livery yards, equestrian events, pubs, a residential school and more livelihoods that actually compliment the area.
“I am utterly disgusted that anyone has even considered applying for planning for such a place.”
Lincoln Protein Limited did not wish to comment further in response to residents’ concerns when contacted by The Lincolnite.
The Lincolnite welcomes your views. All comments are reactively-moderated and must obey the house rules. Please stay on topic and be respectful of other readers.
Two years after her five-year-old son died of a suspected food anaphylaxis, a mum from Stamford is using the foundation she set up in her little boy’s name to raise awareness of the dangers around allergies in schools.
It’s December 1, 2021. The Blythe family in Stamford are preparing for another Christmas together. The household consisted of mum and dad Helen and Pete, along with their two young children Benedict, who was 5, and Etta, 2 at the time.
Leaders of upper-tier councils in Lincolnshire are enthusiastically promoting the Greater Lincolnshire devolution deal, claiming that it will bring increased investment and better opportunities across the region.
Lincolnshire County Council, North Lincolnshire Council, and North East Lincolnshire Council have all officially approved the deal, which is estimated to bring an additional £50 million per year to the region. The deal has now progressed to an eight-week consultation phase, inviting feedback from communities across the region.
Whatsapp
