Object

Representation ID: 10955

Received: 24/03/2021

Respondent: P&D Northern Asset Management

Agent: Pegasus Group (Manchester)

We support the Council’s desire to create a Green and Blue Infrastructure Network. However, we object to specific reference within Policy SP10 to the plan provided at Appendix 14. This plan is too vague and at such a scale that it is difficult to pinpoint exactly what areas are to be protected or enhanced under this policy.

The policy states that all areas of designated open space will be protected as defined by Policy CO1 but this seemingly applies to private sporting venues, including Queensbury Golf Club.

The Council’s evidence on open space and sports pitches is contained in reports dated 2016, 2018 and 2019. None of the assessments make any reference to golf courses. As such, there is no evidence that has been prepared to confirm that the likes of Queensbury Golf course should be specifically protected.

Sport England do not seek to protect golf courses under the organisations statutory obligations.