Reasons Local Authorities Plan to Turn Off Street Lights

Cornwall Council’s decision to switch off around 70% of streetlights during the night to save money and reduce carbon emissions has sparked growing concern among residents in Earlsdon, Coventry. Critics, including local councillor Andrew Long, argue that the council’s short-term cost-saving measures are compromising residents’ safety, as evidenced by an uptick in burglaries and attempted break-ins since the initiative began in May. While the council maintains that safety was a priority and that studies suggest crime rates do not increase with reduced lighting, the community’s experience contradicts this claim. One resident recounted feeling uneasy in her neighborhood due to the darkness, which has prompted over a thousand locals to petition for the restoration of the streetlights. The debate over the effectiveness and environmental implications of LED lighting further complicates the issue, as experts emphasize the need for a nuanced approach to street lighting policy that considers both safety and ecological impact.

Reasons Local Authorities Plan to Turn Off Street Lights

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