Representation by Hanne Lene Schierff
- Date submitted
- 19 February 2023
- Submitted by
- Members of the public/businesses
I am of the firm belief that the proposed crossing would not solve the problems suffered due to the Dartford Crossing It will lead to increased and unnecessary demand – increase in cross river traffic (around 50%), increase in carbon emissions (around 6.6 million tonnes), waste of over £10bn+, not value for money, false economy as other spending would be needed as direct result Loss and impact to thousands of acres of farmland threatening food security Destroy and impact woodland (inc ancient woodland), trees (inc ancient/veteran), hedgerows, greenbelt It will have a devastating impact on wildlife and habitat, inc protected species Increase in air and noise pollution, whole route fails on WHO-10 levels for PM2.5 Destruction and impact on homes and communities, not least negative impacts of the construction phase These are the main reasons for my objections and for seeking representation