KCC's Regulation 19 consultation on the Mineral Sites Plan is now open, it includes plans to quarry in Oaken Wood. This is the last chance to object before the Plan goes to independent examination on 10 Sept 26. Here's what it means, and how to respond.
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KCC votes 37–31 to allow Hermitage Quarry into ancient Oaken Wood near Barming, despite passionate opposition including from Lib Dem councillors. The fight isn't over: a planning inspector and public inquiry still lie ahead. We fight on!