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Powys County Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Powys County Times
Plans for dozens of homes beside canal in Llanymynech
Dozens of new homes could be built in a village near Oswestry under newly-revealed plans. Bradford Rural Estates has revealed the plans for 48 homes on agricultural land in Llanymynech, in the north east of the village beyond Barley Meadows, which in turn lies off Station Road. The site is between an old coal yard, the Montgomery Canal, and the existing village. It was put forward for development through the council's call for sites to be developed as part of the current review of Shropshire's Local Plan. The application submitted this month is an outline application indicating the site would accommodate 48 properties, which is fewer than the 60 which had been put forward during a pre-application consultation in the village. Should the plan be backed by Shropshire Council, the developers would then need to come back with detailed proposals for the site. A planning statement put forward with the plans by agent Berrys reads: "The masterplan proposal has been developed significantly following the pre application submission. "At the time of the pre-application submission a layout was provided indicating a development of up to 60 dwellings. "Following feedback received from Council officers at the pre-application stage and having regard to the technical constraints and policy requirements of the site, a revised indicative layout has been provided as part of this application submission which illustrates the provision of 48 dwellings." The planning statement also notes the current lack of an updated Local Plan in Shropshire after a review by Government inspectors led to the current plan being withdrawn this week, but says the proposal fits national planning policies. A design and access statement also provided adds: "We envisage that the proposed development will be no higher than two storeys to match the scale of the surrounding residential developments." The developers also say they would provide a play area for children aged four to eight. The statement adds that hedgerows and trees around the site are intended to be kept where possible, and replace those that are lost. An indicative layout plan provided with the application shows that it would connect to the existing cul-de-sac at Barley Meadows, and would be separated from the canal by at least 10 metres to allow for the legal boundaries of a sewage pipe which runs alongside the waterway. The plans also include a strip of land connecting the planned homes with the nearby "recreation areas" - which include the village hall, playground and bowling club, which are all nearby. The application is due to be decided by October 6.
The Irish Sun
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Inside Paul O'Grady's £3.5m mansion as late star's widow slashes price by 30% in bid to sell after neighbour row
PAUL O'Grady's £3.5m mansion is up for sale with the price of it now slashed by 30% in a bid to sell it quick. The much-loved TV presenter, who 5 Paul O'Grady and Andre Portasio were married in 2017 Credit: Getty 5 The sprawling pad has had its price slashed several times Credit: Right move 5 There are cottages within the grounds of Paul's sprawling pad Credit: Right move 5 There is a dance studio on site Credit: Right move His widow has now slashed the price on the property, which is up for sale, following a row with neighbours after Paul's passing. Last June, The Sun revealed Brazilian ballet dancer Andre had Paul's widow wanted to turn a security hut on the grounds of their home into a separate two-bedroom house THREE times bigger. Read More about Paul O Grady He was later In October 2024, a year after Paul's death, It was on the market for £3.5m, then £2.65m as we reported - and now has been dropped even more. The Sun can now reveal that the lavish pad is now up for sale for £2.4m. Most read in News TV The house boasts of four reception rooms, a large kitchen and breakfast room and a master bedroom with dressing room and en suite. It also has four further bedrooms with an en suite and a family bathroom. Paul O'Grady's widower shares final video of star taken just 20 MINUTES before his death Also on the grounds is a cottage that has been turned into a dance studio and gym. The cottage also has a kitchen and a steam room inside. There is a second timber cottage, too, which is described as a "charming and whimsical building". Outdoors is just as amazing as indoors, and boasts of having a huge swimming pool , a barn, stables, an orchard and paddocks. Four years ago, before his death, Lily Savage star Paul was given the go-ahead for a ground keeper's outbuilding, gym and dance studio at his rural estate. But following He applied to the local council for a "change of use" of the security lodge which has an office, kitchen and shower, and lies next to the family pet cemetery. But neighbours blasted his plans and accused him of trying to build a new home "by the back door". In a letter of objection, a neighbour said: "The present application is in direct contravention of the original planning conditions and in my view amounts to an attempt to gain planning permission for a significant residential development by the back door, and one which will no doubt be sold on separately to the main building. "Given that the estate is very large, there surely must still be a need for a groundskeeper and gardeners and, indeed, for the workshop that was constructed for them." Andre later applied to transform the lodge into a holiday let. He received the go-ahead by Ashford Council. Planning officer Sally Hodgson said: "Central government guidance supports sustainable business, enterprise and tourism in rural areas, both through the conversion of existing buildings and well-designed new buildings. "This is endorsed by the Local Plan which seeks to encourage the sustainable growth of tourism." Late great TV star 5 Paul sadly died in 2023 Credit: Getty
Daily Record
11-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
New 10 year plan to help shape future of Stirlingshire village
Balfron Local Place Plan has just been submitted to Stirling Council to be 'validated'. The plan to guide what Balfron will be like for the next 10 years will soon become a reality. Balfron Local Place Plan has just been submitted to Stirling Council to be 'validated'. All being well, it will then be an important consideration in the new Local Development Plan and in developments that affect the village. The Local Plan is a look to the future of Balfron with the community contributing their ideas and aspirations for what the village will be like in the years to come. A spokesperson for the village steering group which coordinated the plan said: 'This will be a great step forward for Balfron, and for other communities that have gone through the LPP process. 'It is the first time that Balfron has produced a plan that has such potential influence, and it will give the community more of a voice in helping guide future development in the Balfron area. 'Furthermore, there is an opportunity to implement the proposals set out in the document. 'For example, if we want a community hub we will need to devote community effort to make this come into being. 'This document can be used to support funding applications and give us confidence as a community moving forward. 'Community engagement was a key part of building the plan and the Steering Group lead by Balfron Community Council would like to thank all who contributed, including those who volunteered their time, effort and experience to bring the plan into being. 'Thanks also goes to the consultants, for their expert guidance. 'An important part of the journey to producing the final plan was seeking feedback on the draft plan. 'Most of this was positive, although where issues were raised the Steering Group amended the document accordingly. 'Two proposals were dropped during this process.' Once Stirling Council has validated the plan, it will be registered publicly as a material consideration for future planning decisions. The spokesperson added: 'This means that the it will have to be given due consideration in relation to the emerging Stirling Local Development Plan (LDP) which will be published in 2027. 'It will also influence other strategic plans and site-specific planning applications in the Balfron area. 'If you have taken part in discussions and meetings for the plan or would like to get involved Balfron Community Council we really want to hear from you. 'The plan spans 10 years and within that period many positive changes can happen with the involvement of the community.' A downloadable version of the plan is on Balfron Community Council at BalfronLPP@ where you can also get involved or share any comments or thoughts. In addition to this downloadable version, a printed copy of the plan will be available in Balfron Library and one will be held by Balfron Community Council.
Malaysian Reserve
03-07-2025
- Politics
- Malaysian Reserve
Selangor MB: Probe into Putra Heights blast transparent, independent
CYBERJAYA — The investigation into the gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights, Subang Jaya, on April 1 was carried out independently and transparently, without any interference from the Selangor government, said Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari. He said the Selangor government was not directly involved in the investigation, but only served as one of the 212 witnesses. Amirudin said the focus now was on the special committee set up to study the report on the incident and recommend several measures to the state government. 'The reality is, the investigation was conducted completely independently, with no interference from the state government. So, if there are parties disputing it, that does not mean the report is inaccurate,' he said. He said this at a press conference after officiating the Publicity and Public Participation Programme for the Draft Local Plan of the Sepang Municipal Council, Selangor 2035 (Replacement), here today. Amirudin said the full report of the investigation into the gas pipeline fire incident would be made available to the public once approval is obtained from the relevant authority. 'I will make the investigation public once permission is obtained and (anyone) may review it to find out who is responsible and (the report) contains an explanation of that. 'We should not assume that there is interference in every matter. (Such) perceptions must be backed by clear and scientific evidence,' he said. Amirudin stressed that the state government had given the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) full space to carry out the investigation, including summoning witnesses such as the developer, security guards and excavator operators. '(At present) police investigations have found no evidence of negligence or foul play,' he said. Amirudin had earlier said that Selangor would establish a special committee to formulate long-term strategies and propose new regulations to prevent incidents such as the gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights from recurring. Police have classified the gas pipeline explosion incident as No Further Action (NFA) following criminal investigations that found no elements of negligence or sabotage. The blaze and explosion destroyed 81 houses with structural damage exceeding 40 per cent, partially destroyed another 81 and affected 57 without burning, while 218 houses were unaffected, including those in Kampung Tengah, Puchong. — BERNAMA
ITV News
20-06-2025
- General
- ITV News
Nature emergency declared by Havant Borough Council amid net zero ambitions
A nature emergency has been declared by Havant Borough Council following a full council meeting. Councillors passed a motion to declare a nature emergency and said it recognised "the local, national and international pressures placed on flora, fauna and habitats". The motion was raised by the Cabinet Lead for Climate Emergency, Environment & Water Quality, Councillor Grainne Rason. It follows the launch of the borough council's biodiversity strategy earlier this year, to create opportunities for nature recovery, enhancement and protection. The council has pledged to support nature recovery, support habitat restoration and improve river health. Councillor Grainne Rason said: "I'm delighted to see Councillors recognise the importance of our natural landscape and the role we must play to protect and improve it. "The council is already working hard in a number of ways to support, manage and enhance the borough's natural assets – be it through the implementation of our Biodiversity strategy, or through best practices for planning reflected in our emerging Local Plan. "Cherishing the natural assets we have and ensuring their value is recognised throughout future decisions, policies and strategies made by the council is a further – and most welcome - sign of commitment." The council says it's striving to become net zero by 2035 and is working towards becoming a net zero borough by 2045.
