Response from Geraldine Smith
Transport Solutions for Lancaster & Morecambe asked Geraldine Smith (Labour candidate for Morecambe & Lunesdale) for her view on the Heysham M6 Link (Northern Route).
Here is her reply in full.
Heysham Port – M6 Link Proposed Northern Route
I have always held the view that the Northern route was by far the least favourable of the three options originally put out for consultation. It offers the least opportunity for developing the areas derelict Industrial sites and the regeneration of Morecambe. It does nothing to relieve the internal Morecambe-Heysham-Lancaster traffic congestion. And it has the highest adverse environmental impact on the people and communities adjacent to it.
I articulated these views during the planning inspectors inquiry into the Western Bypass and over the years have consistently repeated them in the media, at local, county, regional government levels and in Parliament. Nothing has happened in recent times to cause me to change my opinion.
It is my intention to write directly to local residents informing them of views and suggesting a course of action to follow. I will ensure that you receive a copy of the document prior to its general circulation.
I hope you find these brief remarks helpful.
Yours sincerely
Geraldine Smith
Labour Party Candidate