Backlash and Lawsuit
Say No to Mereham is a protest group of villagers in Haddenham, Wilburton, Stretham, and Witchford who are against the building of Mereham. Their purpose is to stop the building of Mereham, because they say the 'effect would be disastrous to East Cambridgeshire'. The group members are undeniably passionate about their cause, and overall community support is very much with them.
According to a recent article in the Ely Standard newspaper, the campaign members are also seeking court action requiring Multiplex to reimburse their members for lost wages and expenses incurred during the public inquiry. The local district and county councils are also claiming costs incurred via their legal representatives. Some outside observers have speculated that the court claim is itself an attempt to bring more publicity to the protest effort.
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