Owen Sennitt

Norwich

Reporter at Eastern Daily Press

Live Reporter at Dereham Times

Local Democracy Reporter seen in @EDP24, @TheLynnNews @BBC and sometimes music-maker. https://t.co/qjRLflf1Z1

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Articles

Project aims to tackle toxic threat creating Broads' 'dead zone'

5 days ago | edp24.co.uk | Owen Sennitt

An algal bloom on the Broads - toxic algae could increase due to global warming (Image: Mike Page) A toxic plant lurks in Norfolk's waterways, threatening to cause serious harm to wildlife living in the Broads. But work to tackle the risks of harmful algae is spurring breakthroughs that will help combat the growing problem in the rivers and lakes of the protected wetland.
Mystery mounts over burnt-out caravan in field near beauty spot

5 days ago | edp24.co.uk | Owen Sennitt

A burnt-out caravan on land near Gogg's Mill close to Fakenham is causing frustration (Image: Newsquest) A burnt-out caravan in a field near a beauty spot has led to a council being inundated with complaints as mystery mounts over what has happened at the site. The state of the parcel of land near Gogg's Mill close to Fakenham is causing frustration and raising questions for passers-by.
Does the 'wild west of Norfolk' live up to its reputation?

5 days ago | edp24.co.uk | Owen Sennitt

Infamous highwayman Dick Turpin once roamed the Fens but are parts of west Norfolk really like the 'wild west' (Image: Owen Sennitt/Project Gutenberg) It lies in an unforgiving landscape, home to a tough breed of people and more than a few horses. But those are not the only reasons Walton Highway has been likened to the Wild West.
Farming firm seeks to double water abstraction in sensitive Broads area

6 days ago | edp24.co.uk | Owen Sennitt

The borehole is located close to Hunsett Mill on the River Ant (Image: Mike Page) A farming firm is seeking to double the amount of water it takes from a sensitive area in the Broads, which is already under pressure from over-abstraction. H A Overton and Sons has applied to the Environment Agency to vary its licence, to allow it to increase the amount of water it takes from a borehole near Stalham.
One of Norfolk's biggest villages set to grow EVEN larger - despite fierce objection

6 days ago | edp24.co.uk | Owen Sennitt

The plans for 77 homes in Bradwell have become hugely controversial in the village (Image: Chris Bishop/GYBC) One of the biggest villages in Norfolk could soon grow even larger as plans to build 77 new homes are set for approval. The scheme, proposed for land off Meadowland Drive in Bradwell, will face Great Yarmouth Borough Council's planning committee for a second time next week.
British Meat Association attacks Norfolk megafarm block

6 days ago | edp24.co.uk | Owen Sennitt

2 1/1 Meat industry leaders have attacked the rejection of a megafarm in Norfolk, claiming it shows the planning system is "failing". The head of the British Meat Processors Association (BMPA) has launched a tirade of criticism directed at West Norfolk Council (WNC)'s decision to reject a bid to build a chicken and pig farm in Methwold and Feltwell.
Frustration over burnt-out caravan at Gogg’s Mill near Fakenham

6 days ago | lynnnews.co.uk | Owen Sennitt

A burnt-out caravan in a field near a beauty spot has led to numerous complaints as mystery mounts over what has happened at the site. The state of the parcel of land near Gogg’s Mill, close to Fakenham, is causing frustration and raising questions for passers-by. It was bought at auction in 2022 and the new owner did have plans to turn the Hempton location into a community green space.
Cost of biggest shake-up of recycling in 25 years could hurt other services

6 days ago | edp24.co.uk | Owen Sennitt

Collecting food waste next year could leave councils with less money for other services (Image: Newsquest) The biggest shake-up in recycling rules in 25 years is still kicking up a stink in Norfolk as senior councillors warn a lack of funding could mean a cut in other services. Next year, every local authority in the country will be required to collect food scraps as part of efforts to streamline waste management.
Plan for McDonald's in Fakenham to be looked at again

1 week ago | bbc.co.uk | Paul Moseley |Owen Sennitt

Image source, Getty ImagesBBC political reporter, NorfolkLocal Democracy Reporting ServiceA plan for a town's first McDonald's will need to be reassessed because councillors did not follow planning rules when giving it approval. A complaint was made that North Norfolk District Council failed to follow correct procedures when giving permission for the chain to open a branch in Fakenham. In March, councillors in Holt Road – which the company has said will create up to 120 full and part-time jobs.
McDonald’s says that it would be a ‘good neighbour’ if allowed to come to Fakenham and would create 120 jobs

1 week ago | lynnnews.co.uk | Owen Sennitt

A giant fast food chain has confirmed a total of 120 jobs would be created if it were granted planning permission to go in a West Norfolk town. North Norfolk District Council’s planning committee is to reconsider allowing McDonald’s to open in Fakenham after it received complaints it failed to follow correct procedures. Councillors had granted permission for the venue in Holt Road to open in March.