Representation by Christine Bell
- Date submitted
- 22 February 2023
- Submitted by
- Members of the public/businesses
I am against the lower Thames crossing because of the impact on wildlife. This includes the biodiversity loss such as water voles, reptiles and all insects. There will also be damage and irretrievable habitat loss including ancient woodlands and local wildlife sites . There will be an increase in noise and lighting disturbing the natural cycle of nature and wildlife. There will be a loss to the already sparse wildlife areas and tranquil spaces which has been proven to aid in human mental health. There will be more traffic activity increasing noise and c02 emissions which is a critical factor of climate change. As always happens, whenever there are roads, housing developments always appear which again impacts in the same way as above. I feel it is vitally important that protection of all wildlife is 100% protected