Beavers are set to make a comeback in South Norwood Country Park, despite ongoing sewage issues. Croydon Council has confirmed that the sewage problem will not hinder the Eurasian beaver reintroduction plan, which is a joint effort with Citizen Zoo. The council is working to address the sewage misconnections, ensuring the environment is safe for the beavers and local wildlife. However, the sewage issue has sparked controversy, with Labour councillor Amy Foster criticizing the council's handling of the situation. The misconnections have been a long-standing problem, with untreated sewage discharging into the Chaffinch Brook for years. While 14 out of 16 properties with issues have been addressed, the remaining two, including a block of social housing flats, are still causing concern. The council is in talks with the owners of these properties to resolve the misconnections. Despite the controversy, the beaver plan moves forward, with the potential to benefit the local ecosystem. But here's where it gets controversial... Some residents argue that the beavers could potentially exacerbate the sewage problem, while others believe they will help improve water quality. So, what do you think? Will the beavers help or hinder the sewage issue? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
