Marshall recognises the level of growth that has been put forward by the GCSP and the proposed delivery of a number of homes that exceeds the standard methodology calculations. This submission is therefore made without prejudice to that position; however, Marshall does consider that there is opportunity through Policy S/JH to plan for even more ambitious growth.

Page 28 of the Preferred Options Local Plan consultation document explains that one of the alternatives that the GCSP considered was planning for the higher jobs forecast and level of homes associated with it. The report confirms that this alternative was rejected as it was considered that the higher jobs forecast was “not the most likely future scenario” (Page 28). Marshall supports and endorses much of the narrative in the draft Local Plan, which acknowledges the significance of the knowledge-intensive clusters and their importance to the reputation and resilience of the Cambridge economy, as well as recent trends of high economic growth. The scale of Cambridge East means that it is capable of delivering inclusive employment opportunities through the provision of a wide range of jobs for local people. Marshall are committed to delivering a scheme that can generate employment across a variety of sectors and that covers a range of different levels, not just highly skilled jobs. Marshall encourages the GCSP to reflect on the alternatives put forward for this policy and reconsider the opportunity to aspire for greater employment growth that captures the true economic potential of Greater Cambridge. Marshall would be pleased to submit further evidence to the GCSP.

Cambridge East has been identified as one of the key sites that can contribute to the delivery of new employment floorspace, new homes and other community facilities / services that meets the needs of Greater Cambridge. Marshall is pleased that the significant contribution which its land can make to the future wellbeing of Cambridge has been recognised through its draft allocation. Marshall is committed to working positively and proactively with the Councils to ensure that Cambridge East comes forward to optimise its social, environmental and economic potential.