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Frances Clarkson explains 'threats' from walkers

by isleofman.com 24th July 2009

Frances Clarkson has said a small number of vociferous ramblers have made life unpleasant for her family.

Yesterday, the fourth day of the rights of way inquiry, she said walkers on the peninsula were abusive to them at least two times every week.

Mrs Clarkson also said she and her husband, Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson, had struggled to enforce a rule which required dog walkers at Langness to keep their aninals on a lead, and they had even had problems in fields where sheep were grazing.

She said other people would try to get up close to take a picture (play audio file):

Today, the inquiry has moved to the peninsula itself.

Jeremy and Frances Clarkson's legal team, PRoWL campaigners and members of the public are accompanying the inspector, Roy Hickey, on a walk around the disputed areas.

After the trip to Langness, the inquiry will be adjourned until August 11, when evidence from former land owner Simon Riggall, and the current owner of the northern part of the peninsula, Graham Ferguson Lacey, will be heard.


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Posted by isleofman.com
Friday 24th, July 2009 12:34pm.

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