Councillor Faces Backlash for Supporting Affordable Homes! 🌆🏡
Things got heated in Monmouthshire when Labour Councillor Peter Strong gave his crucial backing to a massive housing development plan. The proposal includes 770 new homes at Crick Road and another 146 at Mounton Road, with half expected to be affordable. It’s a big deal, aiming to deliver 2,100 homes over the next 11 years! 📈
However, Cllr Strong has faced harsh criticism on social media, with accusations and insults flying his way. 😲 Some labelled him a “little p***k” and others a “washed up cruise ship act”. Despite this, he stands firm, saying he’s just doing his job and passionately defending the plan as a step forward for the community.
The contentious proposal was hotly debated in a council meeting that ended in a tie, leaving Cllr Strong to cast the deciding vote. Conservative Cllr Lisa Dymock criticised the decision, saying it risks undermining the rural charm of the area, but Cllr Strong insists it will create a thriving new community and even a potential new council ward. 🌳🏘️
Opponents argue the lack of infrastructure could pose a problem, from busy roads to pressured local services. Yet, the plan does include the potential for a new primary school and village centre. Cllr Strong calls for patience, noting infrastructure usually grows alongside housing development. 🚗🏢🛠️
The local political scene is buzzing, especially since previous Conservative plans for development were rejected. What do you think of this development drama? Is it a necessary step for growth or a threat to local character? Let us know your thoughts! 🗣️💬