By Proposal for new Grimsby bus station met with frustration
Locals have reacted amid suggestions that a new bus station could be constructed on Osborne Street in Grimsby town centre.
The original bus station was demolished in 2013 and replaced by on-street bus shelters, but many have called for its return.
Last October, councillors approved a £39 million Bus Service Improvement Plan including a potential new bus station in Grimsby town centre.
Little was said about the plans until North East Lincolnshire Council purchased a vacant property at 3-15 Osborne Street.
The authority stated that it hoped the acquisition would go towards shaping and regenerating the community.
A proposal to utilise the space for the construction of a new bus station quickly emerged.
Speaking at a meeting of the full council, Councillor Phillip Jackson said: “Last week we announced that 1.6 acres of town centre development land are being purchased by this council.
“It would be an ideal location for a new transport hub, with its proximity to the main shopping areas and the railway station.”
Despite most local public transport users voting in favour of a new bus station, the suggestion has already been met with widespread controversy.
Reacting to an article published by Gi Grimsby News, one frustrated local wrote: “How can these constant changes be allowed to continue? The council are wasting time and money over and over again.”
Another said: “Just put it back where it was. Osborne Street is a very busy road for passengers to have to cross – the location is not ideal at all.”
“This is a waste of money. Either put it back where it was or just leave it as it is,” added one person.
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