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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Developer must pay to improve roads in village
A housing developer has been told to pay towards the cost of improving roads and other facilities in a village where permission has been granted for 288 new homes. There were 67 objections to the Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes scheme on land next to Wade House Road in Shelf, near Halifax, before it was approved by Calderdale Council. Concerns raised included increased congestion, pollution, flooding and the impact on school capacity. Councillors voted for the development to go ahead on condition that the builders made a £700,000 contribution to mitigate its effects on local infrastructure. Council planners had already recommended that the proposal for the site was acceptable. A mix of housing is proposed from one-bedroom to five-bedroom homes, with 60 properties classed as affordable. They would include 22 one-bedroom bungalows managed by social housing group Together Housing. The affordable homes, as well as a number of other measures, will be secured by a legal agreement the developer must sign with the council before the scheme can move forward. The developers will pay towards improvements for the Stone Chair roundabout, upgrades for a footpath between the site and Shelf Village Hall to become a bridleway, and new open space. Funds will also go towards a Travel Plan to encourage sustainable transport. The applicants' representative, Paul Butler, said more than 700 households had been consulted during the planning process. "It is a high-quality development which includes large areas of open space," he said. Objector Catherine Spivey said she was most concerned about loss of green spaces and places to walk around – these were limited already without extra people and less space, she told councillors. According to the Local Democracy Reporting Service, she said she hoped measures including improvements at Shelf Hall Park would be made in consultation with community groups. Green councillor Martin Hay said residents wanted a development to benefit the whole community and the scheme did not offer that. Residents' concerns included adequate sewerage, flooding alleviation, noise issues during construction and pressure on services. As it was, "the GP practice is not half sufficient for the community" and more numbers would come from the new homes, he said. Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North. Calderdale Council
BBC News
3 days ago
- Business
- BBC News
Cricket ball strike fears over Queensbury housing scheme
Future residents of a new housing estate would be at risk of being struck by cricket balls from a nearby club if the development goes ahead, a council has been England has objected to plans for 295 homes on Green Belt land off Fleet Lane in the village of Queensbury, near from neighbouring Queensbury Cricket Club regularly hit two to three balls a match on to the site of the proposed housing, the sports body Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes said in a planning statement that the scheme would provide "much needed new homes in a sustainable location". Highlighting concerns raised by the English Cricket Board, Sport England said that the club's square was about 35 metres (115ft) from the boundary of the development site."Balls are likely to leave the playing field and land on the application site when matches are being played," a statement said."This could lead to damage and injury to both people and property in the proposed development."The developers would need to carry out a "ball strike risk assessment and any associated ball stop mitigation" for it to withdraw its objections, the organisation March, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer criticised a "cottage industry of checkers and blockers" when referring to a development in Bingley that has been delayed due to its proximity to a cricket club, due to fears future residents could be hit by flying cricket balls. Sport England also called on the developers in Queensbury to create more parking than 840 people have written to Bradford Council to object to the Queensbury Cricket Club were "supportive of the development and see it as an opportunity to increase membership," the Sport England statement said the scheme would "deliver new homes within a defined growth area"."It will provide homes of a size, mix and tenure that will meet identified local housing needs, enabling local people to live in a house of their choice in an area where they want to live," they said in the planning application."It will also make an important contribution to delivering Bradford's housing land supply needs over the next five years." Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
BBC News
3 days ago
- Business
- BBC News
Developer to pay to improve roads in village with new housing
A housing developer has been told to pay towards the cost of improving roads and other facilities in a village where permission has been granted for 288 new were 67 objections to the Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes scheme on land next to Wade House Road in Shelf, near Halifax, before it was approved by Calderdale raised included increased congestion, pollution, flooding and the impact on school voted for the development to go ahead on condition that the builders made a £700,000 contribution to mitigate its effects on local infrastructure. Council planners had already recommended that the proposal for the site was acceptable.A mix of housing is proposed from one-bedroom to five-bedroom homes, with 60 properties classed as would include 22 one-bedroom bungalows managed by social housing group Together affordable homes, as well as a number of other measures, will be secured by a legal agreement the developer must sign with the council before the scheme can move forward. The developers will pay towards improvements for the Stone Chair roundabout, upgrades for a footpath between the site and Shelf Village Hall to become a bridleway, and new open will also go towards a Travel Plan to encourage sustainable applicants' representative, Paul Butler, said more than 700 households had been consulted during the planning process."It is a high-quality development which includes large areas of open space," he said. Objector Catherine Spivey said she was most concerned about loss of green spaces and places to walk around – these were limited already without extra people and less space, she told to the Local Democracy Reporting Service, she said she hoped measures including improvements at Shelf Hall Park would be made in consultation with community councillor Martin Hay said residents wanted a development to benefit the whole community and the scheme did not offer concerns included adequate sewerage, flooding alleviation, noise issues during construction and pressure on it was, "the GP practice is not half sufficient for the community" and more numbers would come from the new homes, he said. Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
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Scotsman
20-05-2025
- General
- Scotsman
Flowering Plants For Bees 2025: Here are the 11 best plants to attract pollinators to your garden this summer
According to the Scottish Environmental Horticulture Growth Strategy there are over one million people in Scotland who are regular gardeners . From communal tenement gardens to expansive private grounds, we love our borders, rockeries, lawns and patios. It's hugely satisfying to see a plant you've cared for bloom into beautiful flowers, but you need to be careful what you choose and where you place it. One thing it's worth considering is what plants are most likely to attract beeds, butterflies and other pollinators. These frequently unsung heroes play a crucial role in any garden environment by transferring pollen from one flower to another, enabling plants to reproduce and produce seeds and fruits. Unfortunately, the UK has lost 97 per cent of its wildflower meadows since the 1930s, equal to the size of 7.5 million acres – that's an area roughly one and a half times the size of Wales. To help combat this decline and the impact on pollinators, it's highly recommended to plant pollinator-friendly plants in the garden. Even a small, untouched patch of wildflowers and long grass can create a valuable mini meadow for wildlife and pollinators, from bees to butterflies. For example, if all 20 million gardens in the UK had a wildflower space of two metres squared, that would add up to over five thousand football pitches. Thankfully, many pollinator-friendly plants are easy to grow and maintain, and nearly all are perennials – meaning they come back year after year. To help out Helen Nyul, Group Head of Biodiversity at David Wilson Homes, has shared some expert advice about the plants most likely to attract these useful creatures to gardens in Scotland. Here are the top 11. 1 . Lavender Lavender is an evergreen shrub with narrow, silvery-green leaves and spikes of fragrant purple flowers. It typically blooms in late spring to early summer, and it is highly attractive to bees and butterflies. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 2 . Marjoram (Oregano) Majoram is a tender perennial herb with soft, oval leaves and small white or pink flowers. It too blooms late spring to early summer and is very attractive for both bees and other insects. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 3 . Michaelmas Daisy This is a perennial flower that blooms later in the summer season with daisy-like flowers in purple, pink, blue, or white. They provide an excellent source of nectar for both bees and butterflies. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 4 . Marigold Marigolds are known for their bright yellow, orange, and red flowers and can come in a French or African variety. They bloom from late spring and are great at attracting pollinators. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales Related topics: ScotlandPlants
The Courier
16-05-2025
- Business
- The Courier
Courier Business Awards 2025: Medium to Large Business
Entries are now open for The Courier Business Awards 2025 Medium to Large Business category. The Courier Business Awards, held in partnership with Henderson Loggie, celebrates the achievements of companies operating in Tayside, Fife and Stirling. Since the awards started more than a decade ago, we've heard about the exceptional service offered, innovative products and solutions brought to the market and remarkable growth stories. Entries are now open – we can't wait to hear more about your accomplishments over the past 12 months. Winning a hotly contested Courier Business Award is a fantastic achievement for any business. It means a winning company is a leader in its sector and can be used to promote its products and services. It is also a boost for staff to know the work they do has been recognised. Our winners will be announced at a black-tie awards ceremony held at the Apex City Quay Hotel in Dundee this October, which brings together hundreds of business leaders for a night to remember. Entering is simple and free. We'd love to hear about your business. The Medium to Large Business category is sponsored by Barratt Homes. The award celebrates the medium and large businesses that are crucial to the economy in Courier Country. Open to any business with more than 16 employees (businesses with fewer employees are welcome to enter our Small Business category). Winner will demonstrate: Entries close at 5pm on Monday July 14. Click here to enter the Courier Business Awards 2025 Medium to Large Business category. Thank you to Barratt Homes for sponsoring the Medium to Large Business category. Barratt and David Wilson Homes in North of Scotland offer decades of experience in building family homes. With a range of energy efficient properties across Scotland with five-star customer satisfaction, you'll find developments in Inverness, Elgin, Aberdeen, Dundee, Perth and beyond. Barratt Homes offers a range of quality, energy efficient homes perfect for first time buyers and families, while David Wilson Homes is known for its beautifully designed houses that are built to the highest quality with fixtures and fittings to match. A spokesperson for Barratt Homes said: 'Barratt and David Wilson Homes are proud to sponsor the Medium to Large Business category.'
