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ABP supports the allocation of Site IP037 - Island Site for employment as part of a mixed use development. Given the nascent proposals for the site, the notional area/split set out in the policy can only be indicative at this stage. ABP welcomes the recognition in the Policy that the precise split should be a matter for a future master plan. The Island Site presently accommodates successful high-profile marine businesses (including Fairline Boats Ltd and Spirit Yachts Ltd) and the commercially successful Ipswich Haven Marina (which has contributed significantly to the regeneration of the waterfront area). Accommodating these activities in the future development of the Island Site so that they continue to contribute to an active and appealing waterfront environment for further regeneration will be critical. ABP welcomes the retention of boat related uses including boat building in the wording of Policy SP5 and the wording at paragraph 4.32 which recognizes that the figures given in Policy SP2 are indicative to help ensure that developments can be viably delivered.