Comment
Medway Local Plan (Regulation 18, 2024)
Representation ID: 4025
Received: 08/09/2024
Respondent: Miss Rachael Selleck
Representation Summary:
Building on green open spaces, especially in today's climate crisis, is irresponsible. It’s contradictory to claim commitment to net-zero targets or environmental care while actively seeking to eliminate vital green areas. These spaces play a crucial role in carbon sequestration, biodiversity, and community wellbeing. Their destruction undermines efforts to combat climate change and diminishes the quality of life. True environmental stewardship involves protecting and enhancing green spaces, not sacrificing them for short-term development goals.