The demolition of a disused pub to build 18 new flats for young people with autism and learning disabilities has met with strong local objection. More than 10 objections mean the plans to convert the Travellers Friend in Crookham Common will now be decided by the West Berkshire Council eastern area planning committee next week. Representations have been received from 23 contributors, all of which object to the proposal. In summary, they say the development is out of character with the local area, is a non sustainable location, and has very few facilities for the proposed residents. They also s…