But Wiltshire Council was told of the potential for litter, increased traffic and impact on the environment by residents and has now torpedoed the plan. We did it.”South West Wiltshire MP Andrew Murrison also campaigned against the proposal and formally lodged an objection to the development with Wiltshire Council. "Wiltshire Council has made the correct decision, especially when you look at the grounds for the refusal and the council has confirmed that any appeal will not succeed." Hundreds of Hilperton residents and Hilperton Parish Council objected strongly to the scheme and Trowbridge Town Council said it was against local development plans. The council added: “The council is not satisfied the development proposal is acceptable pursuant to the resulting highway verge reduction which is cause for concern in highway terms."

Source: The Times December 16, 2023 11:06 UTC