• THE Gondar Gardens reservoir in Fortune Green is a protected open space and site of nature conservation and biodiversity.

This is why we were pleased that Camden recently rejected LifeCare Residences’ proposal to turn it into a “luxury retirement village” in the biggest proposed development on the reservoir so far.

However, we are very concerned that LifeCare has now chosen to appeal Camden’s decision, causing considerable uncertainty for residents living nearby.

As Fortune Green Labour candidates, we stand strongly in opposition to LifeCare’s proposed development because:

• There is no affordable housing planned;

• It contravenes the council’s policy to protect open spaces, and sites of nature conservation and biodiversity;

• It is too bulky, too dense, and excessive for the site;

• The works will cause considerable noise, disturbance, and pollution;

• Visitors and workers would park in resident bays and generate additional traffic on the road.

We are urging all affected residents to submit their concerns to the Planning Inspectorate to oppose the appeal and protect our local green space.

CLLR LORNA RUSSELL
CLLR RICHARD OLSZEWSKI
SORIN FLOTI
Labour and Co-operative candidates for Fortune Green ward