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Wednesday, May 24, 2006

Eco activists defend settlement

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UK: "A group of ecological activists who have settled on land in south Devon have defended their right to stay on the site.

"MP Anthony Steen and local residents have objected to the Landmatters Co-Operative site of about 10 people in makeshift shelters at Allaleigh.

"Mr Steen has raised concerns about a £4,000 Big Lottery Fund grant to the Co-Operative for a water borehole.

"But members say the project enhances the local environment.

Plans rejected

"Landmatters bought the 42-acre site near the village three years ago and settled there last summer.

"It says its intention is to educate people about how land can be worked sustainably and hosts workshops and other events.

"The group produces its own power from solar cells, composts its waste and uses water from a stream and harvests rainwater.

"A planning application for temporary permission for "low impact" homes was rejected by South Hams District Council planners on 3 May, but the group is appealing ..."
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