I have read about the horrendous plans for Coate Water.

I now live in Scotland but regularly visit my parents and other family in Swindon and was horrified to learn what is being proposed.

The proposal will desecrate an area which harbours an environmentally delicate balance.

I grew up in Swindon and Coate Water has a lot of fond memories for me. I also seem to remember a promise by the council that they would never build on the green belt around the motorway.

This seems to have gone by the board when it comes to money, which is all this is about. When are we going to stop being influenced by wealth and do something right for a change?

To say I am very sad is an understatement and I will continue to fight this atrocity.

E KIDD

Thornhill

Dumfriesshire

Scotland