Issue details

All Opposition Spokespersons have been consulted on the recommendations of the report and their responses are set out below and in the Cabinet Member Decision Note.

Councillor Paul Dixon – I’m happy to support this proposal, as suggested, can the comments of local councillors be noted and incorporated into the report. Also I would like to see that local residents have the opportunity to feed in comments to the proposals as the scheme develops as Councillor Wright suggests so that their needs can be considered

Councillor Adorabelle Shaikh -   No comments

Councillor Junab Ali – No comments

Councillor Bob Wright - I support the decision however I think the design needs to account for both the needs of the user and the local residents who have invested in property nearby. There needs to be street controls in place for day and night due to part of our main economic activity being in the area. I have never received any negative feedback about the existing provision or controls. We have had negative feedback on Alcohol and Drug use in the area and on the main shopping streets. Whilst the Alcohol activity has moved on we have had issues with drugs on the adjoining streets. Drug suppliers target the vulnerable. Previously two property owners have previously raised concerns about Alcohol related behaviour in the area.

Councillor Stan Pajak - Totally support this recommendation which gives recognition to the importance of dealing with the issue of homelessness in Swindon.

Councillor Oliver Donachie – I know the provision is to help those with difficulty however there also needs to be appreciation of local community needs.