As noted in this Blog before (see recent item here ) I think the idea of pulling the plug on street lighting between say midnight and 5.30am is a great idea in some areas. Street lighting costs have risen by 114 per cent over the past two years and this move could save a massive £1.7 million in street lighting costs, make a significant CO2 saving and cut light pollution. Plus with energy prices set to rise further savings made will grow.Gloucestershire County Council are considering proposals, but understandably the plan has sparked safety fears and according to The Citizen police and paramedics have warned it could lead to problems. Certainly in some areas it is not suitable.
Switching off is one of three proposals - the other suggestions include switching off alternate street lights and installing energy efficient bulbs. the plan is for a two-month pilot to switch off lights which could be launched in villages in January if councils sign up for it. Are our local Councils interested? Randwick Parish have certainly raised the issue.
See The Citizen article here with comments.
