Comment
Bedford Borough Local Plan 2040 Plan for Submission
Representation ID: 9385
Received: 29/07/2022
Respondent: Bedfordshire Local Nature Partnership
The Bedfordshire Local Nature Partnership welcomes the recognition of the importance of the environment in the Vision, and the commitment to securing a net gain in biodiversity and environmental quality. We also welcome the statement that development will be sensitively planned to complement the borough's natural environment, but this needs to explicitly mention its wildlife alongside intrinsic beauty and character.
We also welcome reference to key green infrastructure initiatives, delivering multiple benefits in the borough. The Greensand Ridge Nature Improvement area, although occupying a small proportion f the borough's area, has been recognised by the LNP and should be referenced.
The Bedfordshire Local Nature Partnership welcomes the recognition of the importance of the environment in the Vision, and the commitment to securing a net gain in biodiversity and environmental quality. We also welcome the statement that development will be sensitively planned to complement the borough's natural environment, but this needs to explicitly mention its wildlife alongside intrinsic beauty and character.
We also welcome reference to key green infrastructure initiatives, delivering multiple benefits in the borough. The Greensand Ridge Nature Improvement area, although occupying a small proportion f the borough's area, has been recognised by the LNP and should be referenced.