The survey took into account legislation protecting species, habitat and flora of the area including a 1KM radius of the site. It was passed, to take forward into planning.
On the "Noise Assessment" document...
"It is in fact an essential element of this type of milking and cow accommodation system, that the animal welfare matters are of extreme importance, and this includes the requirement for very low noise levels."
They care more about noise pollution, tree planting, and the setting up of bird boxes (in mitigation), light pollution, and disturbance to the view or potential archeological sites of interest, than they care about the COWS.
There appears to be disapproval from English Heritage, that the development would impact on the "peacefulness" of an early 15th century Tithe Barn very close by (which used to be part of Glastonbury Abbey) Although the National Trust gave its approval....but again no mention of the cows.
And after reading the complete planning document collection, there is no other mention of animal welfare considerations.
There is no apparent threat to the local water table, as 'foul waste' goes directly to the above ground slurry store; this is called a "Sustainable Drainage System". So it doesn't appear there can be any public contention about that Catherine. That is clearly stated in the plans.
I intend to contact Devon and Somerset Trading Standards, Animal Health and Welfare department, quoting the link for the planning approval and documents, and the reference number, and ask if they will investigate on animal welfare grounds. However, I have noticed that for 'complaints' they seem to refer you to DEFRA or to the RSPCA. But there are other links at the end of the page which I could check out.
On this page:
http://www.devonsomersettradingstandards...rmShared=1
this clause is pertinent:
"Ability to exhibit normal behaviour
....All animals must be able to exhibit normal behaviour patterns. Behaviour patterns vary depending on the species of animal. The ability to play and interact is particularly important for many young animals (such as dogs, horses and pigs) as it allows them to learn how to socialise, communicate, and interact with other animals and people properly. Being able to express normal behaviour also helps to prevent animals becoming bored, stressed and frustrated...."
Normal behaviour couldn't happen in a factory-farming environment. And keeping cows in a shed for their whole lives is exactly that.
Anyway I will do what I can.
On the "Noise Assessment" document...
"It is in fact an essential element of this type of milking and cow accommodation system, that the animal welfare matters are of extreme importance, and this includes the requirement for very low noise levels."
They care more about noise pollution, tree planting, and the setting up of bird boxes (in mitigation), light pollution, and disturbance to the view or potential archeological sites of interest, than they care about the COWS.
There appears to be disapproval from English Heritage, that the development would impact on the "peacefulness" of an early 15th century Tithe Barn very close by (which used to be part of Glastonbury Abbey) Although the National Trust gave its approval....but again no mention of the cows.
And after reading the complete planning document collection, there is no other mention of animal welfare considerations.
There is no apparent threat to the local water table, as 'foul waste' goes directly to the above ground slurry store; this is called a "Sustainable Drainage System". So it doesn't appear there can be any public contention about that Catherine. That is clearly stated in the plans.
I intend to contact Devon and Somerset Trading Standards, Animal Health and Welfare department, quoting the link for the planning approval and documents, and the reference number, and ask if they will investigate on animal welfare grounds. However, I have noticed that for 'complaints' they seem to refer you to DEFRA or to the RSPCA. But there are other links at the end of the page which I could check out.
On this page:
http://www.devonsomersettradingstandards...rmShared=1
this clause is pertinent:
"Ability to exhibit normal behaviour
....All animals must be able to exhibit normal behaviour patterns. Behaviour patterns vary depending on the species of animal. The ability to play and interact is particularly important for many young animals (such as dogs, horses and pigs) as it allows them to learn how to socialise, communicate, and interact with other animals and people properly. Being able to express normal behaviour also helps to prevent animals becoming bored, stressed and frustrated...."
Normal behaviour couldn't happen in a factory-farming environment. And keeping cows in a shed for their whole lives is exactly that.
Anyway I will do what I can.
