A wonderful comment about the situation

This an email just received which in my opinion goes to the heart of the matter.

The writer has given her permission to publish:

I wish to record my support for the prevention of the closure of Eardley Hall Kennels, Eardley, Staffs. 

I am aware of the situation and believe that the public have a right to be heard.  It has come to my attention that the local council have stated that there will be no more letters in The Sentinel because the complainant is frightened.  What of? 

The owner of the kennels has spent a considerable amount of money, time, and consideration in what is an excellent small, local business responsible for the livelihoods of four people and the service of hundreds of people and thousands of dogs in the community. They also house the local waifs and strays for Alsager Animals in Need. What about the Human Rights Bill - the right of people to work?  What has happened to tolerance?

The kennels are in the country - there is noise in the country. Including heavy goods lorries, heavy traffic on lanes, diversification by farmers and building sites.  The country is not quiet!  Cows moo, sheep baa, pheasant and clay pigeon shoots are noisy, go-karts also as well as scramble bikes!

Whilst the law (recently passed) might be on the side of the complainant it is beyond me to understand why someone moves into anarea where a business - of whatever type - is well-established without checking;  after all, I did when I moved north.

I am incensed even now.  My dog is a Pets As Therapy dog who visits the elderly in a care home on a daily basis.  She gives her heart and soul to them making their lives a little easier.  She stays at Eardley Hall for respite where she receives care and attention from professionals.  That is what they are - professionals. They should be
supported by their local council especially since their council tax payers support the kennels.  It is an abomination that the owners of Eardley Hall should be so harassed when they have done everything - and continue to  - to keep any potential disturbance to a minimum.