They are concerned the area will see “over-intensification” and increased flood risk.
East Lindsey District Councillor Ros Jackson said both phases have “long been deeply unpopular with local residents”, particularly in the context of other nearby large developments in Chestnut Drive, the former Louth Football Club ground and Monks Dyke Road.
How the site looks from the direction of the first phase of the build.
“So Trinity ward is subject to a lot of building work and planning applications, even for Louth, a town taking on a disproportionate percentage of the district’s planned housing growth,” she said.
“There are justifiable concerns about the town’s capacity to improve its infrastructure to be able to deal with such an influx.”
Louth Town Council has also objected to the plans.
A report before the councillors says the site will include a number of mitigation measures.
“The scheme design follows best practice recognised guidance, taking account of climate change over the lifetime of the development,” it says.
Plans showing how the site is allocated alongside others in ELDC’s Local Plan.
“The drainage scheme is designed to ensure adequate storage and free-board within the development to avoid/improve flood risk to adjacent areas,” it adds.
Officers recommending approval: “The proposal will have some impact on the outlook of immediate neighbours but has been carefully considered to mitigate that impact and ensure a reasonable and acceptable level of amenity is safeguarded.
“The scheme detail is acceptable and will result in a development that is appropriate to its site context, will integrate well with an adjacent first phase of development and which should ensure a clear sense of place.”
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A wallaby called Ant who has been missing from a Lincolnshire farm for almost three weeks is now back home and reunited with his brother Dec.
Ant escaped from Tracey and Dave Hall’s Tiny Steps Petting Farm in Thurlby on January 5.
There were early sightings of him in Edenham, Toft, Swallow Hill, Manthorpe and Lound, and various other locations. He buckled one kind trap around a week ago before he was eventually caught close to a local resident’s home on January 23, thanks to the help of RSPCA inspector Justin Stubbs.
Other than a small cut on his face which he has been given antibiotics for Ant is otherwise fine. Now that he is back at the farm safely it turns out that he’s had quite the adventure.
Tracey told The Lincolnite it is still unclear how he got out, but they have added in extra security cameras and more robust fencing.
She said: “He’s been visiting a golf course, a physiotherapist’s garden, and a tennis court where he has been sitting and watching a gardener do bits in the garden.
“Heat seeking drones and wallaby watchers have been trying to spot him and, after sightings at Swallow Hill, we knew he was more local.
“It has been hard work and we’ve been worried about him getting caught in the traffic as he crossed the road occasionally and was hopping down the verges.
“It is a big relief to have him back. He’s there for people to come and see, and he is fun, so it is nice to have him back as he is part of the family.”
She added: “Hundreds of people have been trying to help keep him safe, and we’ve had lots of well wishes. He definitely made a home at Swallow Hill and residents will miss him.
“We wouldn’t have caught Ant if we hadn’t had the help from Justin from the RSPCA, with his support and help, even on his days off, so a big thank you to him. He was the main person that kept us going.”
Ant’s brother Dec is also glad to have him back again, but Tracey said the two of them are very different.
She added: “Ant is more energetic and constantly jumping about, whereas Dec has always stood and watched and is a quiet wallaby.
“I can’t believe a little animal like Ant has been out for three weeks avoiding being runover, and also having his own routine. It’s shown he’s quite a clever little thing.”
Tracey added that they are busy getting ready for when the farm reopens to the public on April 4.
Tries from Owen Mitchinson and Olly Stringer saw Lincoln’s 1st XV push Loughborough all the way in a narrow 17-14 defeat in Leicestershire.
Lincoln started strongly and opened the scoring after just four minutes when Mitchinson ran in for a try for the second successive match. Louie Cooke successfully slotted over the conversion.
Loughborough responded with a try from Jacob Abraham, while Tom Kirkby kicked a conversion and a penalty to give the hosts a narrow 10-7 lead going in at the break.
Loughborough’s Kieran Hewgill with the ball after a scrum against Lincoln. | Photo: Jodie Hill
Harry Marks made an excellent break in the second half before a move through the backs set up a try for Ollie Stringer to put Lincoln in front. Cooke once again added the extras.
Loughborough’s man-of-the-match Aaron Borland picked up a loose ball to run in for the match-winning try, which was converted by Kirkby.
Winger Jake Keeton was named as Lincoln’s man-of-the-match, while Tom Law came off the bench to put in an impressive debut performance for the visitors.
Lincoln try scorer Owen Mitchinson (left) with debutant Tom Law (centre) and man-of-the-match Jake Keeton (right). | Photo: Jodie Hill
Lincoln’s Caleb Coleman-Morley carrying the ball forward against Skegness. | Photo: Chloe Coleman-Morley
It was a topsy-turvy game on the Lincolnshire coast as Lincoln’s 3rd XV were denied victory by a last-minute try by Skegness.
Tries from Sam Cave, Jacob Taylor, Alex Brodrick and Will Hewing, along with two conversions by Luke Brodrick, put Lincoln in a winning position going into the final minute of the match.
Lincoln’s Luke Neve making a tackle. | Photo: Chloe Coleman-Morley
Skegness had kept themselves in contention during a hard-fought game thanks to tries by Joe Preston, Harry Raistrick, Jake B, and Jamie Cameron, with the latter also kicking two conversions.
Fly-half Jamie Cameron scoring a try under the posts for Skegness. | Photo: Jason Divilly
The game was played in great spirit and it was Skegness who emerged victorious 29-24 when Preston ran in for his second try of the match with the last play of the game.
Joseph Preston leaping high in the lineout for Skegness against Lincoln. | Photo: Jason Divilly
Lincoln’s “Minis on Tour” event was a big success.
On Sunday, 40 new players picked up a rugby ball for the first time at the “Minis on Tour” training session at Birchwood Junior School. Organisers say it is vital for the growth of Lincoln Rugby Club, and the game in the city, to start taking the sport out into the community.
Lincoln’s director of youth rugby Chris Briggs said: “The uptake by the residents of Birchwood and Doddington Park was fantastic and we are hoping to make this a regular occurrence at Birchwood Juniors and other locations around the city.”
Meanwhile, Lincoln’s Under-15s are through to the next round of the NLD Cup after a 10-0 win over Tupton.
Over 40 new players picked up a rugby ball for the first time “Minis on Tour” event.
Women’s Rugby
Lincoln Ladies were given a home walkover after Deeping Devils Ladies conceded the match.
Sleaford Ladies after their victory against Kesteven. | Photo: parkesfineartphotography
In the same division, Sleaford Ladies won 29-5 in an all-Lincolnshire match against Kesteven.
Josephine Cobden, Katy Craddock, Rachel Cousins, Rosie Campbell, Aimee Jepson all scored tries for Sleaford, with the latter adding two conversions.
Rachel Cousins breaking a tackle on the way to scoring for Sleaford. | Photo: parkesfineartphotography
Kesteven’s defence working hard to stop Sleaford’s Jody Melville. | Photo: parkesfineartphotography
A great team move by Kesteven was rewarded with a try for Connie Talbot in a game that was played in fantastic spirit.
Kesteven’s Connie Talbot crossing for a try against Sleaford after a great team move. | Photo: parkesfineartphotography
Kesteven’s Beth Toone being stopped in her tracks by Sleaford’s Kelly King and Megan Jones. | Photo: parkesfineartphotography
Kyra Balderstone leaping to winning a lineout for Boston Ladies against Peterborough. | Photo: Wayne Lagden
Boston Ladies were also in league action and battled hard in a 17-5 defeat away against Peterborough.
Lilli Smith scored Boston’s try and, despite the result, captain Hannah Booth was proud of her side’s determined performance.
Lycia Elston in action for Boston Ladies against Peterborough. | Photo: Wayne Lagden
Boston’s Kyra Balderstone running at the Peterborough defence. | Photo: Wayne Lagden
Grimsby Lynx Ladies and Gainsborough Ladies gathered together for a joint team photo after the match. | Photo: Jo Moore
Grimsby Lynx Ladies played in their first full contact game since 2020 on Sunday, which ended in a 15-10 win against Gainsborough Ladies.
The game was played in a fantastic spirit with Jaz Taylor crossing for two tries for Grimsby, and Toni Charlton scoring one.
Grimsby’s Toni Charlton running clear to score a try. | Photo: Jo Moore
Grimsby’s Becky Boyd on a run through the Gainsborough defence. | Photo: Jo Moore
Gainsborough’s Tianna Tizley preparing to kick the ball. | Photo: Jo Moore
Gainsborough were playing in only their third ever match and coach Martin Roberts said he was proud of their performance.
Chelsea Palmer and Helen Jones scored a try apiece for Gainsborough.
Hailey Street in action for Gainsborough Ladies against Grimsby. | Photo: Jo Moore
Grimsby’s Jaz Taylor with the ball and being supported by Grace Ross, Ella Frow, and Emma Mason. | Photo: Jo Moore
Other Results
Scunthorpe captain Tom Foster scoring a try against Newport. | Photo: Bill Rhoades
In the Midlands Premier, Scunthorpe captain Tom Foster scored a try as the injury-hit 1st XV were beaten 48-7 at home against league leaders Newport (Salop).
Josh Lugsden kicked one conversion for Scunthorpe, who will be looking to get back to winning ways when they travel to face Nuneaton on Saturday.
Grant Elliott in action for Scunthorpe against Newport. | Photo: Bill Rhoades
Scunthorpe’s Dave Garbutt trying to power through the Newport defence. | Photo: Bill Rhoades
In Midlands Two East (North), Fred Fenwick scored the only try of the match for Market Rasen & Louth as the Lincolnshire side lost 24-10 at Ashbourne.
Spencer Holvey kicked the conversion and also added a penalty for Rasen.
Kesteven’s 1st XV squad. | Photo: Graeme Reynolds
In Midlands Three East (North), George Whinney crossed for a hat-trick of tries as second-placed Kesteven recorded a 27-13 home win against promotion rivals Birstall.
James Cowley and James Goodrich also scored tries for Kesteven, while Matt Grinney added one conversion.
Nathan Watson crossed for a try as Grimsby suffered a 36-8 defeat away against Bakewell Mannerians.
Jess Matthews kicked a penalty for the visitors who will be looking to get back to winning ways against Mansfield this weekend.
Boston were awarded a home walkover after their opponents East Retford conceded the match.
Ash Anker, who scored two tries, in action for Spalding against Daventry. | Photo: Adrian Smith
In Midlands Three East (South), Ash Anker scored two tries as Spalding claimed an impressive 24-0 home win against Daventry.
Sam Noble and Gav Sharman also scored tries for Spalding, who lost their captain Luke Turner to a knee injury.
Conall Mason kicked two conversions to complete a fine afternoon for the Lincolnshire side.
Spalding’s Gav Sharman evading a tackle. | Photo: Adrian Smith
Spalding’s 1st XV huddle together before their match against Daventry. | Photo: Adrian Smith
Adam Binns and Jack Berry both scored tries as Bourne were defeated 19-14 away against Stewarts & Lloyds.
Sam Evison kicked two conversions to ensure Bourne at least picked up a losing bonus point.
League leaders Gainsborough huddle together. | Photo: Tom Ellis
In Midlands Four East (North), Kieron Smythe grabbed a hat-trick of tries as league leaders Gainsborough won 36-12 at Ollerton.
Brad Beresford crossed for two tries for the Lincolnshire side and Daniel Chadwick scored one.
Tudor Roberts added three conversions as Gainsborough won their 11th league game in 12 matches.
Sleaford’s Aidan Smith preparing to pass the ball. | Photo: Megan Jones
Sleaford made it back-to-back wins and two clean sheets in a row as they claimed a 33-0 home win against Worksop.
Aidan Smith crossed for two tries and Shaun Fisher, Adam Loveday and Sam Jewers each scored one.
Tim O’Sullivan kicked three conversions and Smith added one.
Sleaford’s Dan Jones running at the Ollerton defence. | Photo: Megan Jones
Shaun Fisher carrying the ball for Sleaford against Ollerton. | Photo: Megan Jones
In Midlands Four East (South), captain Haydn Johns crossed for two tries as Stamford College Old Boys lost 48-26 in a high-scoring match at home against Bedford Swifts.
Joe Austin and Dan Smith also scored tries for the hosts and Johns added three conversions.
Ryan Cuthbertson scoring a try for Deepings against Northampton. | Photo: V&L Photography
Ryan Cuthbertson scored his side’s only try of the match as Deepings were defeated 36-5 away against Northampton BBOB.
James Mason being lifted in the lineout for Deepings by James Laud and Ryan Cuthbertson. | Photo: V&L Photography
Kieran Lynch reaching over in the maul for Deepings against Northampton. | Photo: V&L Photography
Around 40 protesters from across the UK gathered at Humberside Airport on Sunday in a demonstration against beagle puppies being exported for ‘cruel’ animal testing abroad.
It comes after a video posted on social media by ‘Free The MBR Beagles’ allegedly shows puppies from the breeding site being loaded onto a Bin Air flight.
Activists from across the country were at Humberside Airport. | Photo: HART
A spokesperson for the protest, from Hull Animal Rights Team, said: “The aim, yesterday, was to promote public awareness and to send a message to the airport to stop their involvement in laboratory tests on beagles.
“Beagles are taken at 16 weeks old and used in toxicity tests where they will be forced to inhale and ingest chemicals leading to heart failure. The process which lasts between 28 to 90 days is slow and agonising and always leads to death.
“Beagles are used in these tests because the breed is docile and loving, but these dogs will never be able to express their loving disposition or know a kind hand, only a steel cage and hands that poison.”
Their message was loud and clear. | Photo: HART
The activists claim there are alternative tests available for researchers, which don’t involve any suffering to animals.
The spokesperson said: “Animal tests are unreliable and expensive. Alternatives to animal tests include invitro methods, advanced computer modelling techniques, and studies with human volunteers.
“These are reliable since they are not hindered by cross species differences. They are cheaper, too. Most importantly they involve no animal suffering.
“Public support for the demonstration was evident in the many vehicles which passed by tooting with people raising their thumbs in approval and shouting encouraging words.”
Activists donned costumes as part of their demonstration. | Photo: HART
A spokeswoman for MBR previously said: “We adhere to rigorous legislation through the strictest inspection routines for the breeding of laboratory animals at our facilities. Animal welfare is always our top priority.
“The UK has the most demanding regulations in the world – placing greater requirements on those who propose using animals in medical research than any other territory and demanding the highest welfare standards.
“The overwhelming consensus of scientific opinion is that animals are needed in a small percentage of medical research projects and that results from testing in dogs, when combined with work in other species, provide data that best predict human responses to drugs.
“Governments internationally take note of this and legally demand the use of animals where science advises that it is necessary.
“This issue is revisited regularly because it is an important one, but it is worth remembering that we exist only because successive UK governments, including the current one, demand that all potential medicines are tested in animals before being given to humans and animals.”
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