I live in North Devon, UK, a place known for its stunning countryside and diverse wildlife. Behind our estate, we are privileged to witness stags and foxes, owls bats and roe deer on a daily basis. However, in recent weeks this tranquility has been shattered by the actions of a well known development company. They have cut down trees, destroyed hedges and ploughed fields to make way for concrete structures and additional housing. We protested by emailing the planning department andntact local media for attention.  Luckily this time, we managed to save a large number of preserved tree/nature areas from being literally tarmac. 

This behaviour from developers, not only displaces our local wildlife but also breaks laws regarding nesting birds and other protected species. Furthermore, it threatens the preservation of trees and countryside spaces that are integral to our community's identity. The construction of unaffordable housing is not just an environmental issue - it strains our already limited resources such as dentists, doctors, hospitals, schools and roadways.

According to the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB), there are approximately 67 different species of birds in Devon alone - many of which are protected under UK law during nesting season (March-August). Yet these laws seem to be ignored by developers who prioritize profit over preservation.

We must hold these housing developers accountable for their actions that disrupt wildlife habitats while also addressing the strain they put on local infrastructure with their unaffordable developments. We need stricter regulations on where they can build houses while ensuring they respect existing laws protecting wildlife.

Please sign this petition today if you believe in preserving natural spaces for future generations while ensuring sustainable development that respects both nature's rights as well as human needs.