Representation by Forestry Commission (Forestry Commission)
- Date submitted
- 7 February 2023
- Submitted by
- Members of the public/businesses
We wish to Register as an “Interested party” The Forestry Commission is a Statutory Party where NSIP applications are likely to affect the protection or expansion of forests and woodlands which we class for this NSIP. The Forestry Commission has completed a statement of common ground with National Highways. This highlights were agreement has been reached as well as where a number of areas have not been agreed. Below is the outline of the principal submissions the Forestry Commission intend to make: 1. Ancient woodlands, ancient trees and veteran trees are irreplaceable habitats. We would like to give representation on the direct and indirect impacts on Ancient Woodland, ancient trees and veteran trees connected to this project. 2. Existing trees should be retained wherever possible, and opportunities should be taken to incorporate trees into the development. We would like to give representation on trees not covered in the ancient woodland category above that could be affected by the project. 3. Biodiversity Net Gain: We would like to give representation on proposed planting areas and other activities identified in this project.