If done correctly this could be a wonderful achievement for the residents of the area and bring a boost to the wildlife both locally and from migrating birds, but I feel the powers that be will make it a financial enterprise, with high car parking charges, high prices for launching small boats or attending watersports, fishing permits etc which would end up turning people away. I really hope Portsmouth Water takes a strong stand against those who would turn this against the people who support this ambitious project. I believe this is a question that needs to be addressed sooner, rather than the public believing they will benefit, only to discover that the cost will be recovered by hiked up charges.