I am an environmental scientist and would love to explain and explore how this area could be utilised to its fullest potential as a nature reserve, in these times of global climate change. Every green space is vital. Kind regards, Lottie

This land has been shared with the local community for generations. The local residents have provided lots of goodwill to the military in this area. It is between long standing council estates with little other green space nearby.

Every morning come rain or shine and even in the dark I walk my dog here. There is nothing better than open space and lovely wildlife. I don’t drive so can’t take my dog anywhere else. Please leave this wonderful place as it is.

Mersea Road is already badly polluted. Mersea Road is the escape route from Mersea Island in case of a leak at Bradwell power station which is due to be rebuilt and decommissioned. There's already bad traffic jams, more housing will cause gridlock I to town.

Let's not lose sight of the SSI and the abundance of highly precious flora and fauna that cannot be reinstated from under tarmac and concrete. This site is of high omportance for wildlife and should not be built upon.

I support the plan to save the Middlewick ranges as open natural spaces for future generations to enjoy. Colchester already has a number of brown sites which could be developed (Cowdray Avenue, behind the Range for example) and which have been vacant for years.

You've had the use of this wonderful green space for many when it was gifted to you. Please now hand it back to Colchester residents so we can protect the valuable wildlife that has developed and people can walk in a beautiful place knowing its very existence is playing a vital part in helping our planet. Please don't sell it to developers polluting our environment and putting unimaginable strain on our vital services. Our GPs, hospitals and schools are struggling already with the massive development around us.

This is a greenfield site. Honour government pledge.