I don't agree with the statement about the Portishead railway line. We have been promised this necessary infrastructure since the 1980's which is more like in excess of 40 years plus, not the 25 years as stated. There was an announcement made on the 14th November 2022 that the railway is coming. There have been many false dawns which thus far have come to nothing. Many residents in Portishead raise their concerns via social media, check on the local Facebook groups for evidence of scepticism reg

We note at paragraph 1.44 the incorrect, unnecessary and unhelpful reference that "Portishead is famously known as the largest cul-de-sac in Europe ... ". It is not a cul-de-sac nor is it 'famously' known as such. This statement should be deleted as contrary to the Neighbourhood Plan's purpose in supporting the town's growth.

3.1 It is considered the introduction to the draft NP and associated evidence base fails to acknowledge development history to the west of Portishead. 3.2 Indeed, the Portishead Community Character Assessment (that forms part of the evidence base underpinning the draft NP) provides limited detail on the commercial activity and growth of the western portion of Portishead. A Cultural & Heritage Report (dated Nov 2018, prepared by Aston & Co UK Ltd) is submitted with these representations (at Appe

It's good that the planners have noted the failures of the last major development - north of the marina - to provide the infrastructure required for such an influx of residents. Hopefully this will be addressed before any further building is permitted. Our remaining green spaces should also be permanently protected