The Big Town Scam

Focus on the 'Big Town Plan'

The 'Floating Bus Stop' was just the beginning of what many residents see as a catastrophic mismanagement of Shrewsbury's future.

Emergency vehicles stranded

The Shrewsbury Station Gyratory works have created unprecedented challenges for emergency services. Ambulances and fire trucks face significant delays navigating the new road layout, putting lives at risk.

Lives jeopardised

Response times for emergency services have increased dramatically. This is not just an inconvenience—it's a matter of life and death for residents who depend on rapid emergency response.

Traffic slowed to a crawl

What was supposed to be a traffic improvement has turned into a nightmare for commuters. Journey times have increased by up to 40% during peak hours, costing local businesses thousands in lost productivity.

Shoddy workmanship & drains blocked with tarmac

Poor construction quality has already led to drainage problems. Drains have been blocked with tarmac, creating flooding risks and requiring costly repairs.

Failure of planning and leadership by Shropshire Council

This project represents a fundamental failure of planning and leadership. The council pushed ahead with a vision that didn't account for the real-world impact on residents and businesses.

A design doomed to fail

The Big Town Plan was always going to struggle because it was designed by people in offices, not by people who actually live and work in Shrewsbury. It ignored local concerns and local knowledge.

What Reform UK Believes

Reform UK Shrewsbury believes in common-sense planning that listens to residents. We need:

• A comprehensive review of the Gyratory works and their impact
• Immediate action to address emergency service delays
• Investment in fixing the poor workmanship and drainage issues
• A new approach to town planning that puts residents first
• Accountability from council leaders who approved this project

The Path Forward

Shrewsbury deserves better. We deserve a council that listens to us, plans with us, and delivers results that actually improve our lives. Reform UK is committed to holding the council accountable and ensuring that future projects are designed with residents' needs at the centre.

This is what real leadership looks like—putting local people first, not Westminster elites or council bosses pushing their own agendas.