Object

Representation ID: 963

Received: 08/03/2021

Respondent: Mr Peter Evans

I object to the proposal. The density of housing will eventually destroy this woodland. The habitat will be adversely altered, driving out wildlife like Tawny owls, Woodpeckers, Jays and Sparrow hawks etc - a common sight at present.
The chronic housing shortage brought about by years of neglect by both Governments, should not mean sacrificing this area to more concrete and pollution.
When the Government asks Bradford to reduce its carbon footprint, traffic pollution, light pollution, noise pollution, provide wildlife habitats and encourage the teaching of Green issues in schools, this valuable area, right next to a school and a busy road will have been lost.
Looking to the future, an opportunity exists to enhance what is already there. This urban woodland can be used to promote community involvement, from active engagement in habitat and species management, to activities such as environmental education and helping to reduce forest fragmentation.