BARD Campaign statement

"We're disappointed that the actual principle of eco-towns cannot be contested but BARD continues its challenge to the sustainability and financial viability of a large new town at an isolated rural site such as Long Marston.

"Middle Quinton's fate now rests in the hands of the regional planning inspectors who report to government in the Autumn.

"We were heartened earlier this week to hear so many independent voices submitting their detailed reservations about 'Middle
Quinton' to the panel.

"It seems only the developers and government want this eco-town to go ahead - unsurprisingly since they both stand to gain financial windfalls if it does, whilst remaining blissfully immune to the cost to local people and their much-cherished countryside."