In Plymouth, their Science Park is flourishing:
“Since June, 15 new businesses have relocated to the 25 acre site near Derriford Hospital which specialises in supporting businesses in the areas of science, technology, marine and digital.
The park is a world-class office, research and laboratory environment that provides the space, flexibility and support for businesses to accelerate their growth and success.
Its community of 80 businesses employing upwards of 800 people, combines to create one of the South West’s most desirable working environments – plus it offers a free mentoring service for all businesses on site through it’s bespoke Advisory Board.”
In Exeter, a further £2.5 m is being put in by Devon County Council to make it more attractive to the Met Office and any other tenants which might turn up. Quite why it wasn’t originally designed with footpaths, cycleways and proper drainage isn’t made clear.
“An access road to the Met Office site and GEFC has already been completed. The funding boost from Devon County Council will be now be used to create a network of footpaths and cycleways, car parking and improved drainage. Planning permission has already been obtained for the essential infrastructure works.”
East Devon Watch 
Having to go through the stunningly awful A30/M5 interchange is hardly a bonus !!
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I can’t imagine why anyone would think access routes were important to attract businesses to a Science Park. After all, the ability for your staff and customers to get to your offices is of far lower importance than being able to include the prestigious East Devon tag line into your business address. 🙂
Collins Dictionary: COMMON SENSE: plain ordinary good judgement; sound practical sense – obviously not a requirement for EDDC leadership and senior officers.
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