Cheshire says NO GAS PLANT!

Cheshire says NO GAS PLANT!

Following the rejection of Scottish Power's gas-plant planning application at yesterday's meeting of Cheshire County Council's 'Development Regulatory Committee', RAP Chairman John Halsted commented: "We're delighted with the convincing demonstration by Councillors, that an impartial review of Scottish Power's plans proves there's just no case for this ugly, polluting, and un-necessary project; and we unstintingly praise the County Council for its response to public opinion, and for the impressive fairness and thoroughness of all its proceedings in this matter."

Dr Jaime Atherton, retired GP and RAP Committee member, added: "This is excellent news for the many tens of thousands of people who are in serious fear of the danger and pollution from the gas plant, and we hope that Scottish Power will now have the sense to cut their losses and abandon this wretched business." John Halsted concluded: "But here's a warning for Scottish Power in case they try to appeal against the County Council's decision. RAP is already planning the campaign to fight your appeal. We are talking to sponsors and backers, we are formalising our support into a mass membership, and - we are preparing some interesting surprises for Scottish Power if need be! We're here for keeps. We're not going away. We're going to win." Dr John Edwards, Press and Media Officer