Representation by Arthur Rivett
- Date submitted
- 9 March 2022
- Submitted by
- Members of the public/businesses
I wish to express my concern for the bat habitats along the U6006 Badlingham Lane. 1. My bat survey of the 11th August 2021 shows the importance of the U6006 Badlingham Lane for bats, including the old pine trees and hedgerows along the central section where at least seven different species of bat were identified. 2. Many of the old trees offer potential roosting sites for bats, including the old pine trees which are listed as "less likely to be a significant constrain to development [subject to detailed tree survey]" in the Sunnica bat report. 3. The whole length 0f the U6006 Badlingham Lane is a vital corridor for bats commuting between roosting sites and foraging areas in the surrounding countryside. It is therefore important that none of the trees and hedgerows are removed and any crossing points are kept as narrow as possible.