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The Guardian
Controversy over Kent oyster shack expansion
James Green, owner of Whitstable Oyster Fishery Company, seeks to expand seating and build a pergola on a beach area used by the Whitstable Yacht Club to support his seafood business. The plan has faced strong opposition from local residents, environmental groups, and some officials who cite concerns about public access, visual impact, and flood defenses. Despite previous rejection of similar proposals, Green advocates for the development as essential for growing his company and boosting local tourism, emphasizing the economic importance of his business to the town.
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