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Bath charity appealing for public support for redevelopment proposals

Wednesday 4th November 2020 Bath Echo News Team Business, Community

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Charity Mercy In Action, which has been supporting residents through the coronavirus pandemic, has said its future could be in jeopardy should a forthcoming planning application not receive support.

Mercy in Action founders John and Allison Todd

The charity, based at the Hollis Building on Lower Bristol Road, offers a range of services across the local area including providing food and clothing to families in need and they are urging people to get behind the planning application for the site.

Since March, it has seen unprecedented demand for its services as the effects of lockdown and the subsequent economic downturn have taken hold.

Over the past few months, the charity has provided quality fresh food, as well as clothing and other essential supplies, to over 2,500 local individuals, including up to 125 households per week during the height of the first lockdown.

It is now hoping that a planning application due for consideration by B&NES Council will allow the creation of a brand new headquarters including offices, operations and storage space, on the site of the Hollis Building, which will help the charity continue its work, especially in these challenging times.

Bath-based developer Longacre with JV partner Watkin Property Ventures submitted the planning application earlier this year.

It includes the demolition of the existing warehouse building to facilitate the creation of new premises for Mercy In Action, alongside student accommodation on the upper floors.

John Todd for Mercy In Action said: “Working with Longacre there is the opportunity for our charity to upgrade our facilities and space, helping to keep us running efficiently and smoothly.

“There is huge demand for the services we provide, helping some of the most vulnerable members of society.

“We work in a variety of ways and want to be here for future generations, providing support and assistance through difficult times.

“The proposals, if approved, will safeguard our services for many years to come as we work as an ally to B&NES Council helping to ensure local families in the area have access to support should they need it.

“We want to ensure that no family falls through the cracks.”

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