We live by major stadium – we’re sickened by council ‘declaring war’ on fans… it’s turning our area into a ghost town
RESIDENTS who live by a major stadium have said they are sickened by the council 'declaring war' on fans.
Norfolk County Council have plans to introduce new parking restrictions in Trowse, South Norfolk.
The proposals for Hudson Avenue, Devon Way and Kirby Road will limit parking before 9pm on weekdays.
However Pablo Dimoglou and Angela Forster, who live in the village, say the plans will impact Norwich City fans and evening matches at Carrow Road.
The pair also claim the restrictions will hit local businesses because fans of the Canaries use the two pubs and the River Green restaurant.
"We were shocked the scheme seems to purposely discriminate against and disadvantage Norwich City fans with no regard to whether their parking causes a problem," Pablo told the .
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Angela added: "We enjoy seeing the yellow-shirted brigade marching through Trowse, they are always so courteous and jolly.
"They really add to the vibrancy of the village as people often park, then meet up for a beer or a meal.
"Five years ago a previous group of parish councillors asked about this and now the county council is trying to do something based on that even though we don't have a problem with it."
A Norfolk County Council spokesperson said: "Plans to tackle the issues with both commuter and football parking in the village have been proposed by and developed with the local community to help address problems faced by residents and safety concerns near the primary school.
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"We're currently considering the feedback from a recent consultation before any final decisions are made."