Comment

Representation ID: 20390

Received: 30/01/2009

Respondent: Mr. David Carver

Paragraph 13.4

The importance of good rail links is well set out in the strategy.

However, the strategy must include a statement to the effect "that no development will be allowed that could restrict or delay the dual tracking of the line from Ore to Appledore". Such a ban would make it easier to upgrade the line at a future date should traffic and economic conditions warrant it. The line was, of course, double tracked until quite recently and the existing land and bridges for it are still in place.