In the idyllic village of Inkberrow, Worcestershire, residents are growing increasingly frustrated with the noise and disruption caused by their local football club. Inkberrow FC, which runs around 30 teams, has applied for planning permission to expand their facilities. However, many locals argue that the expansion would ruin the tranquility of the village and have objected to the plans.
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00:00 In the idyllic village of Inkborough in Worcestershire, the inspiration for the radio soap opera drama
00:07 The Archers, residents are growing increasingly frustrated with the noise and disruption caused
00:13 by their local football club. Inkborough FC, which runs around 30 teams, has applied for
00:19 planning permission to expand their facilities. However, many locals argue that the expansion
00:25 would ruin the tranquillity of the village as well as cause further traffic problems
00:30 and as such have objected to the plans. The club's proposed expansion includes the
00:35 construction of two new stands. Supporters of the club argue that it is a fantastic meeting
00:41 place for the community and provides safe facilities. The application is currently under
00:48 consultation until May 17th and interested parties can submit their comments on the council's
00:56 website.
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