Potential catchment and Local Centres

This image shows the catchment area for the Mega Tesco based on a 10 minute drive (travelling at 15 mph). Unlike the map included in the planning application, provided by the applicant's consultant; this one shows local centres in the area. These will be adversely affected by a huge shop which will sell everything from food to toys, white goods, DVDs, books, electrical goods etc. In 2006 the planning inspector refused permission for an 88,095 sq. ft store and said:

"local shops cater well for the needs of those shoppers who, in particular do not have their own means of transport. These shops are a valuable aid to social inclusion. In this respect it seems to me that the shops at Gorse Hill, the Quadrant and along Ayres Road would be particularly vulnerable to the effects of a large store” (p. 10)

The current application is for a larger store with a higher sales area for comparison goods. We cannot therefore see how this application can be allowed.

If you haven't already objected, please do so before 21st January. Visit the No Mega Tesco website for letters you can tweek to make your own. You can email the letter as well as post it.