FROM THE LYMINGTON RIVER ASSOCIATION. (LRA).

The introduction of much larger ferries to the Lymington River has serious implications for the fragile environment, which is already under threat, as the Harbour Commissioners have recently shown. Proper detailed studies need to be carried out to establish the true facts about erosion, and ferry effects.

In the opinion of the LRA, (a group of Lymington residents dedicated to minimising damage to the river and loss of its amenities for future generations,) those responsible for protecting the river, Natural England and the NFDC, should carry out a full Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), which we believe is required by law in this river which is protected to the highest level as it is an “SSSI”. (Site of Special Scientific Interest.)

This EIA should also take into account concerns about increased traffic load through the National Park, and the impact on other river users.

If you feel that this issue is important to you and your family, and wish to register your support and concern about the ferries’ impact, then please fill out this Petition or contact us directly.

Given enough public demand, and aided by our enthusiastic MP, we can bring more effective pressure to bear on the authorities, and the unique river can be conserved for future generations to enjoy. There is so much at stake.

I wish to register my concern about the impact of larger ferries on the river, and my support for a proper EIA to be carried out without delay.