Support

Draft Black Country Plan

Representation ID: 18527

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: The Wildlife Trust for Birmingham and the Black Country

Representation Summary:

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Support: WTBBC support the pursuance of an integrated and well-connected multifunctional open space network. This point links with Policy ENV8: strengthening (through extension, increased access and enhanced value) and providing components of a high quality, multifunctional green space and greenway network. WTBBC are of the view that to fully realise many of the BCP’s aspirations that mapping of the existing multifunctional green space and greenway network should be undertaken in parallel with the Local Nature Recovery Strategy. This will enable targeted investment in the network which maximises biodiversity, social and a range of other ecosystem services benefits.

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Support: WTBBC support the recognition of the value of protecting and enhancing the Black Country canal network in achieving well-designed places.