The trigger for this unwelcome move is not clear as the PCC has been given at least three reasons for the Diocese decision. The property developer purchasing the option is responsible for defining a scheme and taking it through the statutory planning process. The Diocese envisages the site being developed into an industrial and logistics park. The PCC has been very robust in its response to Peterborough and has mobilised support from surrounding communities against this inappropriate and short-sighted proposal. An online petition has been launched. More detail on how you can register your views is provided on https://titchmarsh.info and https://savetheglebeland.org/ The PCC’s formal Representation was considered by the Diocese and, though Bishop Donald instituted a review of the social and economic impact of the proposal, the PCC's arguments were not answered. The review published no evaluation criteria or report and was far from transparent. The PCC has joined other local groups to campaign against this hugely inappropriate and environmentally damaging development and will continue to hold the Diocese to account for its arrogant and ill advised decision.
