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Stop the Arc’s meaningful consultation on the OxCam Arc
BEAG has said that the government’s ‘consultation‘ on the Arc is craftily written to deliver the answers they want. STARC (Stop The Arc), with a bit of help from… Read more “Stop the Arc’s meaningful consultation on the OxCam Arc”
Biodiversity net gain: gambling with our life support system
BEAG comments on the Government’s Environmental Bill and the biodiversity net gain concept There hardly seems to be a day that goes by without another report on… Read more “Biodiversity net gain: gambling with our life support system”
BEAG’s new name… and more…
Our new name and a request for help As we reported on the 18th March, the Expressway has now been cancelled. You might recall that the Government… Read more “BEAG’s new name… and more…”
Oxford/Cambridge Expressway is scrapped
Yes, it’s true. The Oxford to Cambridge Expressway (a linked, multi-lane motorway) has finally been cancelled. Transport Secretary, Grant Shapps, has decided that the costs of the new… Read more “Oxford/Cambridge Expressway is scrapped”
The Scale of the Problem
A map illustrating the scale of proposed developments across the UK has been launched Since we began our campaign in 2018, BEAG has become very aware of the… Read more “The Scale of the Problem”
The OxCam Arc
While the Oxford to Cambridge Expressway appears to be paused, the Government is still pushing on with its plans for major infrastructure developments within the so-called “Arc”,… Read more “The OxCam Arc”
Response to the Planning White Paper (PWP)
Please find attached BEAG’s response to the Planning White Paper (PWP). In proposing to tear down the existing planning system, the PWP poses a serious threat to… Read more “Response to the Planning White Paper (PWP)”
Draft Transport Strategy
England’s Economic Heartland (EEH) is consulting on its Draft Transport Strategy. The consultation ends 6th October at midnight. EEH is a transport body for the region pictured… Read more “Draft Transport Strategy”
Consultation: Changes to the current planning system
As you might know, the Government wants to drastically overhaul the planning system, seriously threatening local democracy, countryside and the wider environment. The Planning White Paper (PWP),… Read more “Consultation: Changes to the current planning system”