London wide Liberal Democrats visited Warren Farm to speak to campaigners about the importance of Warren Farm not just for Ealing residents but across London due to its significance in terms of its flora and fauna, help it gives to reducing flooding and carbon levels.

The visit was made by Hina Bokhari, Liberal Democrat London Assembly member and Rob Blackie, Shortlisted London Mayoral candidate and also included Cllr Gary Malcolm, Leader of the Opposition and Councillor Jon Ball (taking some of the photos).

Ms Bokhari, Liberal Democrat London Assembly member said: "It seems almost unbelievable that Ealing Council would even consider building on this site.

"As I walked through the field, we saw a range of wildlife and birds. The skylarks were singing and flying above us. To use this precious space, when other sites are available for the sports facilities, seems ridiculous.

"Despite the nature reserve being a hidden gem, many locals discovered this place of beauty in the pandemic.

"This has become an incredibly popular retreat for residents to find a quiet, peaceful place to visit. I'm not surprised that there has been so much support from residents and the Liberal Democrats for the petition to save Warren farm."

Liberal Democrat Mr Blackie, Shortlisted London Mayoral candidate, said: "Labour's plan for Warren Farm threatens skylarks and owls that are very rare in London. It's time for Labour-run Ealing Council to change their plans so that our children and grandchildren can continue to enjoy this unique place."

Cllry Malcolm, Liberal Democrat Leader of the Opposition said: "Liberal Democrats continue to work with campaigners and residents to stop Labour's plans from causing the destruction of many endangered species like the skylark and the nationally endangered Copse Bindweed. Its own report that it hid from the public says that Warren Farm should be protected, so they should drop their plans now.

"Liberal Democrats are urging people to sign the petition which has over 22,000 signatories."

The petition: www.change.org/p/ealing-council-give-rewilded-urban-meadow-warrenfarmnr-local-nature-reserve-designation-in-its-entirety-saveealingskylarks