Opinion: ‘Why is public consultation on Peterborough’s urgent treatment centre being ignored?’

With reference to the article last week about the relocation of the walk in centre.

The CCG is made up of professional people who have no idea of the needs of ordinary patients.

Residents voted overwhelmingly to oppose the move yet this body decided to over rule the public’s view and do what they want.

In my view these bodies are outdated - any person can sit at a table and make a decision about other people’s needs.

There should be more down to earth involvement of the general public.

In my opinion there should be another public consultation where there is actual conversation with the public.

The way this has been handled by this body is a disgrace - what is the point of consulting if you are going to disregard it?

I believe the centre is in a convenient and central place for all the areas of Peterborough to get to.

I was under the impression we lived in a democracy.