On February 29th I raised serious concerns in Parliament about Thames Water's plans to intercept the Deptford storm relief sewer as part of the Thames Tunnel works.
Planning consents have been given for the construction of thousands of new homes in the vicinity and the biggest site, Convoys Wharf, is expected to be developed over the same period as the Thames Tunnel. This, coupled with the closure of two lanes on Deptford Church Street, could lead to traffic chaos in the area.
Planning consents have been given for the construction of thousands of new homes in the vicinity and the biggest site, Convoys Wharf, is expected to be developed over the same period as the Thames Tunnel. This, coupled with the closure of two lanes on Deptford Church Street, could lead to traffic chaos in the area.
The plans would also cause major disruption to residents, visitors and businesses, including St Joseph's Catholic Primary School on Deptford Church Street and nearby Tidemill Academy.
We in Deptford cannot understand Thames Water's change of plans. The impact on residents and businesses, including two local primary schools, will be direct and severe when compared to the potential impact resulting from the use of the Borthwick Wharf foreshore.
Lewisham is the 12th most densely populated local authority in the UK. As a consequence, every small piece of green land is greatly valued. The Crossfield Amenity Green will be made unavailable for at least four years in an area of limited open space.
A local campaign group, 'Don't Dump on Deptford's Heart', has set up a website and petition objecting to the plans. Concerned residents can add their name to the 1300 existing signatories here.
I support the construction of the Thames Tunnel, but these plans are a prescription for chaos in Deptford. My plea to Thames Water is 'don't dump on Deptford'.
My full speech is available in the House of Commons Hansard report.
We in Deptford cannot understand Thames Water's change of plans. The impact on residents and businesses, including two local primary schools, will be direct and severe when compared to the potential impact resulting from the use of the Borthwick Wharf foreshore.
Lewisham is the 12th most densely populated local authority in the UK. As a consequence, every small piece of green land is greatly valued. The Crossfield Amenity Green will be made unavailable for at least four years in an area of limited open space.
A local campaign group, 'Don't Dump on Deptford's Heart', has set up a website and petition objecting to the plans. Concerned residents can add their name to the 1300 existing signatories here.
I support the construction of the Thames Tunnel, but these plans are a prescription for chaos in Deptford. My plea to Thames Water is 'don't dump on Deptford'.
My full speech is available in the House of Commons Hansard report.
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