Groups come together to protect Lea Valley

Representatives of various groups interested in protecting the Lower Lea Valley from development came together to find ways of working together. The meeting, organised by the Save Leyton Marsh group, was attended by about 30 people who discussed their group’s particular interest in the area. It was agreed the groups should work closely together and to exchange information to ensure there was no “divide and rule” by the authorities. Everyone was concerned that the authorities were not protecting the open spaces properly, and this was now more important than ever as the impact of the legacy of the Olympics starts to kick in. It was an excellent meeting with great opportunities for networking. The next meeting will be in the New Year.