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Action group on backlash for Cosmeston Lakes Aquapark

By Rob Curtis
Barry Action for Nature expresses concern over the aquapark encroaching on wildlife and nature <i>(Image: Rob Curtis)</i>
Barry Action for Nature expresses concern over the aquapark encroaching on wildlife and nature (Image: Rob Curtis)
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There is growing concern from those in the Vale of Glamorgan who care about protecting its wildlife and biodiversity that the decision by the Vale council to site an Aqua Park at Cosmeston Country Park is the start of a slippery slope which will see the commercial development of other important parks and reserves.

We are also shocked that the council cabinet did not even have the decency to consult the Vale Nature Partnership about this change of policy at one of its flagship nature reserves.

When councillors declared a Nature Emergency in the Vale of Glamorgan in 2019, it should have ensured that the protection of its biodiversity would be a priority in all its policies.

We are not against the Aqua Park, but we are against placing it at Cosmeston and encroaching on vital safe places for nature.

Nature needs peace and quiet in order to thrive!

Rob Curtis,

Barry Action for Nature.

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