Representation by Gwyneth Jones
- Date submitted
- 18 February 2023
- Submitted by
- Members of the public/businesses
The Lower Thames crossing isn't going to solve the congestion problem. As has been proved, over and over, this kind of intervention just means more and more traffic, and increases congestion. The proposed development will inevitably, right from the start of the works, increase carbon emissions, increase pollution, sever local communities and and have serious negative impact on both the neighbouring Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), plus damaging the livelihood and health of local human communities. The proposal, if enacted, would be a costly (est. 10billion), and damaging waste of money and resources. The Lower Thames and the whole country doesn't need and cannot afford this crossing, not on any terms