Further to the denial of Planning Permission on this site & the redefining of the site as an area of high amenity, it is imperative that the Council now purchase the site to ensure it is kept as a public amenity.
Why is this important?
Defining a site as an area of high amenity and then allowing it be sold to the highest bidder would be a missed opportunity for WCCC and risks it falling into unscrupulous hands. The stability of the cliff face, bird nesting area and viewing platform on this site are extremely important to the town, as confirmed by the Council when planning was denied. The next step to safeguard the site has to be the public purchase of the land.
