Representation by Hazel Cox
- Date submitted
- 9 January 2023
- Submitted by
- Members of the public/businesses
I live within the affected area I do not think it will eliminate the problems at Dartford caused by the the incomplete M25 ring I am gravely concerned that at a huge public cost it will create a new very accident prone area between Bluebell Hill and Dartford, with high pollution, loss of agricultural land, and a non functioning public transport system from here to anywhere. That there will also be as a result, a huge additional cost to local boroughs and Kent Highways while they sort out how to keep local traffic moving.... costs that should be included in the LTC proposal in my opinion. Plus, if I wanted to drive to Thurrock from here it would still be more economical in all ways to use the Dartford Tunnel I live within the affected area, quality of my life has been and will continue to be restricted if this goes ahead. I have studied carefully every consultation doc. Received or acquired and have responded to every one since the very first inception of a Lower Thames Crossing requirement, which was then based on requirements of what was then referred to as Dubai Port. Nothing has convinced me yet, the proposed cost I do not believe for one minute will be enough to cover, and local boroughs will end up needing to spend mega bucks altering and maintaining local road structures. Levelling up in my opinion is not meant to be used towards such post remedial costs, they should be included in the proposal to govt for the LTC project. So I have a huge interest in maintaining the best possible future for the ‘beautiful’ environment close to me.