Please identify the threats of lands for reopening rail links

re: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cgqny1jw7peo

We do need social housing but a mix of it where existing communities are mixed urban and rural locations, so people can stay if they wish with their friends and families are? But junctions, other lands which could be used for rail links, reopenings, freight infrastructure etc means selling off rail land like the old St John's location in Bedford, would be detrimental for rail causes and growth. 

Please make representation to the government, Network Rail and your local MP.

Thanks very much. Email ceo@brtarail.com with any local examples or other useful information please. See our projects: https://brtarail.com/our-campaigns/ 

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