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Farmer told: Water butts to help drought are not in line with plannin policay

An Essex man is told to remove rain water collectors as they are contrary to planning policy. Politicals parties agree a 'park and ride' in Colchester would help the towns congestion problems.

A farmer in Tiptree has been told to remove water butts by Colchester Council, despite the drought and forthcoming house pipe ban becasue they are contrary to planning policy.

The 3 main parties and an independent councillor in Colchester are all in agreement that a 'park and ride' is the way forward for the town's congestion problems.

Almost half of drivers talk on the phone while at the wheel, according to a poll by the road safety charity Brake.

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Thu 29 Mar 2012 06:00

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  • Thu 29 Mar 2012 06:00