Locals protest plan for 50 new homes in Milcombe, citing concerns about infrastructure and scenery impact. Milcombe Residents Fear New Housing Plan for Fifty Homes Neptune wants to build homes in Milcombe. The site is west of The Old Piggeries on Bloxham Road. It is on land near that area. Last June, the council rejected…
York council to vote on a key plan guiding house building and the economy, potentially ending a decades-long wait. York Local Plan Awaits Council Vote After Long Development Process The Local Plan goes to councillors on February 27th. This plan guides house building and economic growth and helps decide planning applications. Cllr Pavlovic says it…
Residents question the half-term repair timing. Skaters seek infrastructure upgrades at Victoria Park skatepark. Newbury Skatepark Repair Timing Criticized Facility Upgrade Urged Newbury did skatepark repairs. The work happened during half-term, but some locals weren’t happy about that timing for kids. People complained on Facebook. They said kids had little else to do, and residents…
The Harpenden Society disapproves of St Albans council’s choice to approve a 550 home development, citing infrastructure concerns. Harpenden Society Criticizes Approval for 550 Home Development The St Albans council approved a housing project on Monday, but the decision has drawn criticism. The Harpenden Society called the decision “woeful,” expressing support for local plans and…
MP urges infrastructure upgrades alongside Bicester’s growth. Residents voice concerns about service strains. Bicester Growth Requires Infrastructure Improvements, Says MP Calum Miller, the MP representing Bicester and Woodstock, wants government assurance for Bicester. Bicester plans to build 7,750 new homes by 2042, a proposition put forth by Cherwell District Council in their Local Plan. A…
New housing plans in Devizes spark fears of increased traffic and strain on local services. Devizes Housing Plan Raises Traffic Concerns from Residents They want to build 215 more homes in Devizes. These homes would be off Windsor Drive, south of Coate Road. A consultation has started to get feedback on the proposal. The new…
£6.2m will enhance Bridgwater buses, subsidize fares, and examine a new transport hub, sans extensive roadworks. Bridgwater Enhances Bus Network Without Major Road Disruptions The council updated its bus plan and secured £6.2m from the government to improve bus services. Infrastructure updates are also planned, along with subsidized fares. Bridgwater may get a new transport…
Residents protest new homes amid failing services forming “Save Our Shipston” group. Shipston Residents Protest Mass Development Amid Dwindling Services Shipston residents are upset. They think too many houses could get built there, as the town already struggles with failing services. Infrastructure seems to be crumbling. About 350 residents protested proposed housing plans and object…
Plans for 20 more houses near Spitfire Road after previous rejections. Robert Hitchins appeals. Calne Housing Expansion Proposed at Contentious Spitfire Road Site They looked into building ninety houses in Calne. The new houses were planned east of Spitfire Road. This happened on January 21st. The planning group hasn’t decided yet. Robert Hitchins Ltd. appealed…
Warrington Council seeks public feedback on its 2025-2029 strategy, covering people, area, and public services. Warrington Council Asks Public About New Four Year Strategy The council’s strategy for 2025-2029 will guide them. They will agree on it this spring. It will show the council’s goals and what they value. The strategy focuses on three things:…