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Bedford Borough Local Plan 2040 Plan for Submission

1.20

Representation ID: 9389

Received: 29/07/2022

Respondent: Luton & Bedfordshire Green Party

Representation Summary:

I am concerned that the Arc Environment Strategy (AES) is an after thought and not at the heart of the plans. The plan also doesn't confirm that the AES will deliver the borough's share of government climate targets.

Full text:

I am concerned that the Arc Environment Strategy (AES) is an after thought and not at the heart of the plans. The plan also doesn't confirm that the AES will deliver the borough's share of government climate targets.

Comment

Bedford Borough Local Plan 2040 Plan for Submission

1.17

Representation ID: 9390

Received: 29/07/2022

Respondent: Luton & Bedfordshire Green Party

Representation Summary:

We very much take issue with the standard method of assessing housing need and the impact on Bedford Borough, it being environmentally unsustainable. Bedford Council has a record of consistently at least delivering the housing requirement set out in development plans. 27,100 new homes are to be delivered over the Plan period which is excessive and unsustainable in all respects.

Full text:

We very much take issue with the standard method of assessing housing need and the impact on Bedford Borough, it being environmentally unsustainable. Bedford Council has a record of consistently at least delivering the housing requirement set out in development plans. 27,100 new homes are to be delivered over the Plan period which is excessive and unsustainable in all respects.

Comment

Bedford Borough Local Plan 2040 Plan for Submission

1.22

Representation ID: 9391

Received: 29/07/2022

Respondent: Luton & Bedfordshire Green Party

Representation Summary:

The environmental reference does not link economic targets to environmental one - specifically there is no commitment here for this to achieve net zero at any point, nor for any other sustainability measures.

Full text:

The environmental reference does not link economic targets to environmental one - specifically there is no commitment here for this to achieve net zero at any point, nor for any other sustainability measures.

Comment

Bedford Borough Local Plan 2040 Plan for Submission

1.28

Representation ID: 9392

Received: 29/07/2022

Respondent: Luton & Bedfordshire Green Party

Representation Summary:

This plan must be re-visited given recent comments from the Transport Secretary which bring the EWR into question. Additionally the EWR must be electrified from day one to ensure Net Zero targets are met. Finally the route needs to be revisited so that environmental and social damage is minimised - even if this increases cost.

Full text:

This plan must be re-visited given recent comments from the Transport Secretary which bring the EWR into question. Additionally the EWR must be electrified from day one to ensure Net Zero targets are met. Finally the route needs to be revisited so that environmental and social damage is minimised - even if this increases cost.

Comment

Bedford Borough Local Plan 2040 Plan for Submission

1.29

Representation ID: 9393

Received: 29/07/2022

Respondent: Luton & Bedfordshire Green Party

Representation Summary:

Developing the main road and the Black Cat roundabout are directly in conflict with the stated aims of delivering a net zero state for the Arc as evidence clearly shows that increased road building merely increases traffic volumes. This funding should be diverted to provide cleaner cost effective alternatives; and to encourage the rise of remote working wherever possible.

Full text:

Developing the main road and the Black Cat roundabout are directly in conflict with the stated aims of delivering a net zero state for the Arc as evidence clearly shows that increased road building merely increases traffic volumes. This funding should be diverted to provide cleaner cost effective alternatives; and to encourage the rise of remote working wherever possible.

Comment

Bedford Borough Local Plan 2040 Plan for Submission

2.1

Representation ID: 9395

Received: 29/07/2022

Respondent: Luton & Bedfordshire Green Party

Representation Summary:

It is a pity that despite our earlier comments there is still no specific focus on increasing wellbeing particularly for the most disadvantaged.

Full text:

It is a pity that despite our earlier comments there is still no specific focus on increasing wellbeing particularly for the most disadvantaged.

Comment

Bedford Borough Local Plan 2040 Plan for Submission

2.2

Representation ID: 9398

Received: 29/07/2022

Respondent: Luton & Bedfordshire Green Party

Representation Summary:

Wed would comment that the second bullet should be stating that we are aiming for environmentally sustainable economic activity. Focusing on 'growth' is likely to mean that this is not possible.

Full text:

Wed would comment that the second bullet should be stating that we are aiming for environmentally sustainable economic activity. Focusing on 'growth' is likely to mean that this is not possible.

Comment

Bedford Borough Local Plan 2040 Plan for Submission

2.2

Representation ID: 9399

Received: 29/07/2022

Respondent: Luton & Bedfordshire Green Party

Representation Summary:

Themes 2, 3 and 4 are absent of any specific references to either net zero or environmental sustainability. While we acknowledge that this is covered in Theme 1 its absence from the other themes significantly increases the likelihood that these themes will not deliver either net zero or environmental sustainability when implemented.

Full text:

Themes 2, 3 and 4 are absent of any specific references to either net zero or environmental sustainability. While we acknowledge that this is covered in Theme 1 its absence from the other themes significantly increases the likelihood that these themes will not deliver either net zero or environmental sustainability when implemented.

Comment

Bedford Borough Local Plan 2040 Plan for Submission

2.2

Representation ID: 9403

Received: 29/07/2022

Respondent: Luton & Bedfordshire Green Party

Representation Summary:

In Theme 1 - the first bullet MUST be to achieve a carbon neutral borough. Anything else is a failure to deliver on the council's declaration of a climate emergency. We have already started to see the impacts of climate breakdown and in the face of a lack of action from central government it is critical that local councils take this responsibility seriously.

Full text:

In Theme 1 - the first bullet MUST be to achieve a carbon neutral borough. Anything else is a failure to deliver on the council's declaration of a climate emergency. We have already started to see the impacts of climate breakdown and in the face of a lack of action from central government it is critical that local councils take this responsibility seriously.

Comment

Bedford Borough Local Plan 2040 Plan for Submission

2.4

Representation ID: 9409

Received: 29/07/2022

Respondent: Luton & Bedfordshire Green Party

Representation Summary:

We reject the notion that the vast majority of policies do not need to change. We outlined in our earlier submission significant areas where the policies were not consistent with driving a net zero agenda, increasing biodiversity, tackling deprivation, delivering appropriate housing or transitioning to a green economy.

Full text:

We reject the notion that the vast majority of policies do not need to change. We outlined in our earlier submission significant areas where the policies were not consistent with driving a net zero agenda, increasing biodiversity, tackling deprivation, delivering appropriate housing or transitioning to a green economy.

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