In line with the Local Plan, Marshall recognises the complexities of water scarcity and welcome the weight placed on addressing this critical issue. Whilst the Local Plan must promote development, this needs to be sustainable and attainable. As the Local Plan evidence base suggests, this means focusing development in urban areas and developing policies for water efficiency, along with local strategies for delivery.

Water efficiency, rainwater harvesting, and greywater harvesting will be intrinsic to the emerging water management strategy at Cambridge East from the outset.

Marshall does, however, recognise that additional strategic water strategies will be required to facilitate the wider Local Plan, with potential solutions such as new reservoirs being considered. Cambridge East is keen to liaise with WRE and stakeholders in order to formulate a solution which gives certainty to communities.