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BBC News
2 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Peterborough riverside green space threatened by development plan
People living near a riverside path and woodland have said building industrial units on land overlooking the area "shouldn't be allowed".There are proposals to build on 115.5 hectares (285 acres) north of the old River Nene in Stanground, project was mentioned in the city's draft local plan, a document used by developers as a blueprint for planning, which is out for public consultation until 23:59 BST on Thulbourn, Peterborough City Council's cabinet member for growth and regeneration, said any proposals needed to be carried out in a "planned way". Thulbourn said: "We understand proposals for growth can be challenging for communities."At this stage, the plan is still in draft form, so the public's feedback is essential."The site near Stanground, known locally as Drysides, has been earmarked for a mixture of industrial, storage and distribution units, and would be visible from a shared path on the south side of the old River Nene that links Stanground Lock with Park Farm the local plan, Peterborough City Council said permission would only be granted under certain included considering the impact on countryside views, biodiversity and local heritage. Olly, 11, regularly goes walking in the area with his mum, Mandy, said the view from the path was "majestic", adding: "Having concrete all along here... traffic and pollution noise, it's just going to disrupt us."It's just a load of nonsense really, it shouldn't be allowed."Mandy said: "Why would you want to build on this, it's beautiful." Jackie Bodimead, 62, said development "should not happen" in the area, which she described as a wildlife corridor with "massive historical significance".She said: "What it does for wildlife is fantastic, you get bats flying along here in summer evenings."Ms Bodimead said anything that disrupted wildlife "surely is important and shouldn't be happening". Ron and Sue Gockel, both 78, said the area was a means for people to "get away from everything".Mr Gockel said: "We used to come down here when the lockdown was on and I think it saved a few people's sanity coming down here."They have both objected to the proposals in the local plan."They don't need to build a huge great industrial park... we'd never have believed they would build on here," said Mr Harper, a Stanground South councillor and leader of Peterborough First, has been campaigning for residents to send comments to the said: "I've gone to the people, social media, 1,100 leaflets have gone out, signs everywhere."This is in danger and [people] must have their say." Follow Peterborough news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
Zawya
3 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Saudi awards 92 industrial permits in April
Saudi Arabia issued permits for 92 industrial units in April while 80 new factories started operations during the same month, according to official data. The new licensed factories involve investment of around 3 billion Saudi riyals ($800 million) and provide over 1,400 jobs, the Industry and Mineral Resources Ministry said. It said in a report that investments in the factories that were commissioned in April exceeded SAR900 million ($240 million). The new licenses in April boosted the total number of factories in the world's dominant oil exporter to nearly 11,400, the report showed. (Writing by Nadim Kawach; Editing by Anoop Menon) (
Independent Singapore
22-05-2025
- Business
- Independent Singapore
Jalan Bukit Merah strata industrial units at E-Centre @ Redhill for sale at S$3.93M after 13% price cut
Photo: Brilliance Capital SINGAPORE: A portfolio of four adjoining Business 1 (B1) strata industrial units at E-Centre @ Redhill, located at 3791 Jalan Bukit Merah, has been relaunched for sale by private treaty at S$3.93 million. Real estate agency Brilliance Capital said the revised price stands at S$650 per square foot (psf) based on a total strata area of 6,049 square feet (sq ft). The EdgeProp Singapore reported that the portfolio was previously priced at S$744 psf, or S$4.5 million, last October, making the new price about 13% more affordable. Sammi Lim, Founder and Executive Director of Brilliance Capital, said, 'We are delighted to bring this exceptional asset back to the market at a new, attractive price point. Its central location, scale, and flexibility make it a rare find in today's industrial landscape. Whether for own use or as an income-generating investment, this portfolio offers excellent value with strong future growth potential.' The B1 industrial units, which range from 1,259 to 1,604 sq ft, are well-suited for light industrial, e-commerce, tech, design, healthcare, or consultancy purposes. See also Queensway Shopping Centre getting geared-up for en bloc sale The property, which has a corporate frontage and 24-hour access, has a remaining lease tenure of about 36 years and is eligible for purchase by both local and foreign buyers without the imposition of Additional Buyer's Stamp Duty (ABSD). E-Centre @ Redhill is just minutes away from Redhill and Tiong Bahru MRT stations and major expressways such as the Ayer Rajah Expressway (AYE) and Central Expressway (CTE). It's also near the CBD, Mapletree Business City, One-North, and Science Park. Nearby landmarks include IKEA Alexandra, Anchorpoint Shopping Centre, Queensway Shopping Centre, and the Momentus Hotel. /TISG Read also: Singapore's HDB resale flat price growth continues to slow at 1.6% in Q1 2025
