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Cocker Lane, the heart of our community and a beacon of natural beauty and communal harmony, is under threat. A proposed development plan seeks to transform our cherished green spaces into concrete, disrupting not only the local ecosystem but also the very fabric of our community life. As residents of Cocker Lane and surrounding areas, we stand united in opposition to this development, advocating for the preservation of our environment and the safety of our streets.

Our beloved Cocker Lane is home to thriving green spaces, vital for community gatherings, children’s play, and local wildlife, including a significant bat population indicative of a healthy ecosystem. The proposed development plan threatens to eradicate these spaces, increase traffic congestion, compromise pedestrian safety, and disrupt the habitat of our local wildlife. This isn't just about losing a park or a few trees; it's about losing our community's green heart.

The loss of Cocker Lane's green spaces would have far-reaching impacts:

Community Well-being: Green spaces are where our children play, where we walk our dogs, and where we find moments of peace. Their loss would diminish our quality of life.
Safety Concerns: Increased traffic from the development endangers the safety of our children and all residents, altering the calm, pedestrian-friendly nature of our area.
Environmental Damage: The destruction of natural habitats will have a devastating impact on local wildlife, particularly the bats and other species that rely on this ecosystem.

We, the undersigned, call upon South Ribble Council and De Pol Associates Ltd to halt the proposed development on Cocker Lane. We urge the reconsideration of this plan in favor of one that preserves our green spaces, ensures the safety of our community, and protects our local wildlife.

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