Petition Scrap HS2 and plant a linear woodland in its place, free for all to use.

Retain all compulsorily purchased land in public ownership, provide a footpath, a cyclepath and a bridleway along the entire length with free access points every mile.
Permit a network of eco friendly cafes and cam sites along the route.
Promote healthy exercise and holiday oppportunities for all.

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Planting trees is vital to counterract carbon pollution and there has already been planning for new national forests. The HS2 route provides a perfect opportunity as the land has already been compulsorily purchased.

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Date closed 6 November 2019
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