Cheddar Gorge should be an asset for the local community, rather than a distraction. Dangerous driving and antisocial behaviour are causing so many problems, and turning people away.
Our discussions with the police in the past have included the selected closure of the Gorge to traffic at certain times over the weekends, rather than ad-hoc implementation of a traffic order, installing noise cameras that penalise drivers in deliberately noisy cars, as well as a more visible police presence.
Closing the Gorge to traffic isn't the end of the story though - we want to replace cars with community events, such as food festivals, which will also help local businesses and boost tourism, and possibly even film nights, where movies are projected onto the cliff.
To do this, we have to cut the red tape imposed by the Council that has led to some events being scaled back or even cancelled, which has a knock-on effect on businesses, residents and visitors.
The Gorge could be so much more than it is and by encouraging its use as a community asset, we can help to rejuvenate the area and make it the jewel in the local crown.
If you elect us, we will have the platform to make these things happen.
