A PARISH council has slammed the company behind plans for a quarry in Hamble saying it has not made any attempt to engage with residents. 

Hamble Parish Council has said CEMEX has "made no attempt to engage meaningfully" with residents on plans for a quarry at the former Hamble Airfield.

The comments come after the company said it had consulted with the community and offered meetings and a site visit to the parish. 

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But the authority said it was "dismayed" to read this adding that it has repeatedly asked CEMEX to meet with residents since January 2022. 

A spokesperson said: "On every occasion, Cemex has refused, instead offering private briefings to the Parish Council which we have declined.

"Their unwillingness only confirms the village’s view that despite all of the safety concerns and the devasting impact that a quarry at the heart of the village would have, there will be nothing that benefits residents, schools, local organisations, and businesses.

"We remain firmly opposed to the proposal and hope that the Regulatory Committee will stand up for Hamble when it is given the opportunity."