Title: Increased Funds Allocated to Beach Sand Clearance in Lincolnshire
The continuous gatherings of sand on the coastal walkways in Lincolnshire are to be combated as Lincolnshire’s East Lindsey District Council has revealed plans to dedicate more funding. These plans involve the acquisition of purpose-built sand clearance equipment and the recruitment of two new members of personnel to address this reoccurring issue. The areas particularly impacted including Sutton on Sea and Mablethorpe are of special concern. Councillor Martin Foster, responsible for operational services, expressed gratification in obtaining the required resources and accentuated the significance of comprehensive, enduring solutions instead of temporary remedies.
Despite this, local entrepreneurs are demanding a permanent remedy. Catherine Hallsworth, the proprietor of The Fat Seagull café, situated near Sandilands beach, voiced her anxieties about regular spending. She pointed out, ‘We need a permanent fix rather than dissipating funds yearly on interim methods.’ She drew attention to the effect on commerce when access routes are obstructed by sand accumulation. Following the Environment Agency’s earlier withdrawal from sand clearance responsibilities this year, the council’s decision has necessitated the requirement for novel apparatus to tackle this consistent concern.
This article was modified by The Lincoln Post based on original reporting from bbc.com.
