PENSIONERS Tony and Brenda Sealy, who live at Little Jurston Farm, Wellington say they are devastated and frightened by plans for a secure mental health facility on the Westpark26 business park, close to their farmhouse.

Brenda, 68 said: "I've lived in this house all my life, and I feel devastated and frightened by this. The site is right outside our back door. I can't rest easy in my bed at night."

Montpelier Estates want to build the facility which would house patients who present a significant danger with a history of offending. Some would be transferred from prison for treatment.

Avon and Somerset Police have raised concerns over security at the proposed facility.

They say proposed security measures do not fully address potential crime and disorder issues which could affect the development and the neighbouring area.

Plans for the proposed £20million facility are to be considered by Wellington Town Council this coming Monday, February 7, before going before Taunton Deane Borough Council's planning committee for final decision.

See today's WWN for more coverage, including a full question and answer compiled by Montpelier Estates.