Support

Representation ID: 11251

Received: 11/09/2021

Respondent: DR Michael Lambert

I live close to the Dudley area and write to express my
support for protection of the Green Belt around Halesowen, as expressed in the Black
Country Plan.
I have lived in this area for more than 20 years and have come to greatly appreciate
the natural and historical importance of the areas of Illey, Lapal, Coombeswood,
Hayley Green, Uffmoor, Wychbury Hill, Lutley and Foxcote.
These areas are wonderfully served by a network of footpaths, maintained in
excellent fashion by Dudley Council in partnership with local community groups. The
areas are an integral part of the beauty of Clent Hills, Waseley and areas beyond.
I regularly walk in these areas with my family and have collected most of the relevant
Council leaflets. These have been excellent in helping to find new walks, new views
and increased appreciation of the beauty, wildlife, historical interest and fresh air
available to Dudley residents and others close by.
For all these reasons, I support plans to protect the Green Belt areas around
Halesowen and reject inappropriate development. I would appreciate a reply to this
email, indicating how the Council is working to safeguard these areas for future
generations.