The british countryside, a mixture of winding narrow valleys, interweaved with the occasional farm, forest or village. This is what makes Britain, but how has it changed over the years.
With the addition of new bypasses, motorways and 'B' roads, is it not only a matter of time until the entirety of Britain is covered in concrete, and the only grass lands we will have will be privately owned land (which has not been bought out from its owners) and the national parks. This is ruining Britain. The once quiet hills are now emcompassed by roaring roads. The quietly running rivers, now eluded by shadowing bridges. Other than the cosmetic effect of these changes, you have also got to bear in mind Climate change, and also, our own health when considering the additional pollution this generates.
On the other hand, is this not 'progress'? With the hurry that the world is in these days, don't we need the additional roads? Especially with the steady population increase every year and the fact that the internet has made the world seem a much smaller place to live than ever before, being able to commute in a timely manner has got to be one of the main priorities of the future surely.
Who is right? What is the best choice.. practically, morally and financially? Are there any other options? Its a tough matter to call, although I believe there will be more concrete and less greenery in the future, even in spite of the many drawbacks this may have.
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