Bosworth MP formally complains to interchange developer as locals left standing in the cold for over an hour

People were trying to view the plans to build a National Rail Freight Interchange just off the M69.

The MP for Bosworth, Dr Luke Evans, has submitted a formal complaint to Tritax Symmetry, who is the developer of the proposed National Rail Freight Interchange.

Following the consultation event in Burbage on the 24th of January, residents raised concerns about the organisation of the event and the treatment of those who attended.

It was reported that 'some of those who attended had to wait outside in the cold for over an hour to get into the small venue, that no seating was set out for those who could not stand for long periods of time, that the information provided by Tritax staff was unclear, and that it was difficult to hear what was being said in the crowded room.'

Dr Luke Evans MP said: “The public consultation is an absolutely vital part of the planning process for this proposal, and I am determined that local residents are given the opportunity to have their say, and are able to access the correct information to be able to do so. The conditions that local attendees reported at this consultation event were unacceptable, so I have formally submitted a complaint to the developer. Thank you to the local residents who brought the issue to my attention.”   

Tritax Symmetry are holding consultations so that people can view the interchange proposals and have their say on the plans. 

Fosse 107 has contacted Tritax Symmetry for comment.