Biodiversity Net Gains (BNG) The development fails to demonstrate sustainable, meaningful biodiversity improvements. The claimed gains rely heavily on grassland enhancement beneath solar panels, where ecological condition is likely to decline . Furthermore, the development continues to place pressure on irreplaceable ancient woodland and its buffer zones, contrary to NPPF and standing advice. The long-term deliverability of habitat enhancements is also questionable given the limited detail on enforceable management plans . 23