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Representation ID: 25742

Received: 12/03/2019

Respondent: Natural England

Satisfied that the HRA has provided a robust assessment of the Preferred Options. Natural England agrees that it is currently too early for the HRA to provide a conclusion that the plan will not lead to any adverse effects on European sites; however, we note that the screening of the Preferred Options has not identified any issues that flag a major concern that would significantly alter the direction and quantum of growth for the Borough. Welcomes recommendations for strengthening of policy wording and identification of key themes, including recreation, urbanisation, water and air quality, for detailed assessment through further stages.