It is quite concerning that the proposal suggests reliance on larger towns and cities for essential services, such as healthcare and employment. This dependency on external locations undermines the viability of our local communities and could lead to a significant decline in the quality of life for residents. As a person living in a smaller village, I value the local facilities we have, and the idea of losing them due to increased reliance on larger centres is worrying. I believe that our villages should be empowered to develop and enhance their own facilities rather than constantly redirecting residents to distant locations. Enhancing our local infrastructure is vital for sustaining community life.