Some people have been able to escape across the waters of a lagoon to a government-controlled area.

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"Most importantly, from an ecological point of view, we're going to add a lagoon which will provide a better area nearby for wildlife to breed, " he said.

BBC: Aerial view of the proposed site for the new boathouse

The boathouse plans also includes facilities for the public and a lagoon to encourage more wildlife to the area.

BBC: Aerial view of the proposed site for the new boathouse

While planning officers recognised the objections, they said the university had put in place mitigation measures including facilities for the public and a lagoon to encourage more wildlife to the area.

BBC: Cambridge University boathouse supported by planners