Representation by CLA Country Land and Business Association (CLA Country Land and Business Association)
- Date submitted
- 29 September 2020
- Submitted by
- Non-statutory organisations
The CLA represents the interests of a wide range of farms, estates rural businesses and the protection of the environmental and natural assets they own or manage We have over 800 members in Suffolk a significant number will be affected by these proposals We will make representations on the following grounds to safe guard the interests of our members during the construction and operation of the proposed development to include. -The adverse impact on the biodiversity of the surrounding countryside, including loss of habitat, threat to species, pollution and degrading of the quality of air and water. -Carbon dioxide the quantity of CO2 to be released by road haulage and added congestion during construction compared with marine transport - The threat to and proposals for mitigation of damage to the built and social heritage of the area. - The damage to the important tourism industry and recreational activities in this area of Suffolk. -The impact of new highway construction and increased congestion on many businesses including the cost of delay and challenges of delivery of fresh produce. - The fragmentation of farms and other rural businesses by new infrastructure and overall impact of the scheme. This requires far better engagement and understanding of the needs of many diverse businesses and all their employees to reduce the negative impact on the rural economy.