It is sad if there really is only a small number against the China Gateway proposal - especially as once ANY development is allowed within the conservation area on Western Heights it will set a precedent that will be very difficult to stop.
This is a hard fact and our councillors know this. However, as far as they are concerned, the development, if utilized will provide council tax ... that like most of our council tax will be disproportionately distributed AGAINST Dover through out the district.
So all in all, the development will lead to the loss of what should be a national heritage site but providing money to buy what ... short-
term unsustainable sweeteners.
Lorraine