Representation by Katie Muller
- Date submitted
- 14 March 2021
- Submitted by
- Members of the public/businesses
I am opposed to the proposed development of the Swanscombe marsh as this is the one remaining wetland for the diverse range of beautiful and rare flora and fauna in the area. Over the years I have enjoy regular walks on the marsh, and despite the ever reduced access to areas as signage goes up and our footpath is limited, I still take my children there and we spend time together as a family, away from the traffic and distractions of a technology driven life and explore what nature has to offer, observing the birds and wildlife, noting how the plants ring the changes of seasons and take the time to discuss our wildlife, environment and where the children learn best about the delicate balance of plant, animals and weather. The marsh is also such a vital part of our family well being, where we ‘check-in’ with each other and a place where my children connect with nature. Without the marsh we loose a valuable local resource used by so many people but more importantly, our nature looses its home forever. This area is naturally designed to flood and thrive and should be left to let nature nurture the little that is left of this vital wetland.