Support a change in Rail Electrification design


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2015-03-22 16:27

Electrified railways are horrendously ugly even in an urban environment.
Electric pylons are not allowed in the Goring Gap in order to protect the area of outstanding natural beauty.
The electrified line should be designed to have minimal impact. The environment of the Thames valley between Reading and Oxford is infamous for its beauty and many visitors come to Streatley to admire the outstanding and far reaching views along the valley from the National Trust Hill Lardon Chase. This view should not be blighted.
I have been horrified to see the decimation of trees along the railway line which is now visible in many rural areas where it was not before.
I cannot understand why the impact upon the beautiful environment has not been given consideration.