Comment
Bedford Borough Local Plan 2040 Plan for Submission
Representation ID: 9386
Received: 29/07/2022
Respondent: Bedfordshire Local Nature Partnership
We welcome Theme 1 and its content, but would suggest it includes a stronger reference to protecting and enhancing biodiversity, including through the forthcoming Local Nature Recovery Strategy.
Suggested revision: "Protect and enhance our natural capital resources and the ecosystem services that they provide....."
Suggested revision: Improve access to high quality green and blue infrastructure, including natural green spaces,....."
Theme 2 must make wider reference to sustainable modes of travel and supporting an increase in use beyond the town centres to support a more holistic delivery.
We welcome Theme 1 and its content, but would suggest it includes a stronger reference to protecting and enhancing biodiversity, including through the forthcoming Local Nature Recovery Strategy.
Suggested revision: "Protect and enhance our natural capital resources and the ecosystem services that they provide....."
Suggested revision: Improve access to high quality green and blue infrastructure, including natural green spaces,....."
Theme 2 must make wider reference to sustainable modes of travel and supporting an increase in use beyond the town centres to support a more holistic delivery.