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  The proposed National War Memorial is a separate proposal that has been 'on the table' for some years now, has gained a large amount of support and is deliverable provided the will is there to make it happen. It will be a fitting tribute to all those from the Commonwealth that fell in the two World Wars who are not now remembered in one site. Letting their names be known will ensure that families and future generations can know and appreciate the sacrifice made.
  
  As a side effect, the number of visitors will have a beneficial effect on the Western Heights by attracting investment to the preservation of the Drop Redoubt and the heights in general. Having large numbers of visitors in the town will also have a positive effect on the local economy. This is a side effect of the Memorials purpose but one that helps Dover and makes the funding for the memorial more obtainable.
  
  A hotel on the Western Heights has long been a dream for some, including DDC and the Chamber of Commerce. The CGI proposals are an extension of this which includes the housing and other development they need to make it profitable for them and designed as one scheme in order to make funding available to one area, ie the Western Heights.
  
  It is my own humble opinion that the National War Memorial should be given the support it still needs and be made a reality ASAP. It is also my own opinion that the CGI proposals, because of the potential investment in the Western Heights and adjacent infrastucture, could be a good starting point for discussion. The Town Council's response to the plans was that, "we question the lack of affordable housing in the scheme and would like to see guarantees in place for the preservation of the historical sites" (I paraphrase).

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