Protesters have failed to stop councillors agreeing plans
for 9,500 houses across part of Leicestershire.
Charnwood Borough Council backed the core strategy, saying a housing
shortage had to be addressed. Councillors insisted it would also mean they
could control bids from private developers more effectively. But campaign
groups said important land would be lost and local services overwhelmed. The strategy will now be reviewed by
government inspectors who could suggest amendments before sending it back to
the council for final approval next year. Read more on the BBC website.
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