Residents in Stanley are furious after discovering a house was converted to accommodate released prisoners without any prior notice or planning permission
Stanley: Residents are really upset about a house in their neighborhood that’s been turned into a place for ex-prisoners. They found out it was happening without any heads-up.
People living nearby are worried because they didn’t get any notice about the change. They only learned about it when someone from NACRO showed up to check on the place.
Now, there’s a lot of chatter about suspicious cars showing up and fears of crime creeping back into the area. It’s a tough situation for everyone involved.
One local said they were shocked when they found out the house was for convicts. They thought it would be for students or refugees instead. It’s a real blow to the community vibe.
Luke Akehurst, the local MP, is also concerned. He’s worried about how many family homes are being turned into HMOs, which changes the whole feel of the neighborhood.
Residents feel like they’ve been blindsided. They didn’t think something like this could happen in their town. It’s frustrating when you feel like you have no say in what goes on around you.
With house prices in Stanley averaging around £113,000, folks are also worried this could hurt their property values. It’s a lot to take in for a small community.
NACRO insists they’re there to help people transition back into society. They say they always inform local authorities and the police when setting up these support houses.
But for the residents, it feels like they’ve been left in the dark. They just want to know what’s going on and how it will affect their lives.
