Titan Prison ruled out on Omega

As I write Jack Straw MP is at the dispatch box confirming that the prestigious Omega site will not be home to a Titan Prison.

This is good news and one that will be welcomed by campaigners across the town.

Both Helen Jones MP and Helen Southworth MP have worked very hard to secure this important victory for the town.

Victory in planning battle

Norris Street residents are celebrating after planners threw out plans for an overbearing residential home on land at the junction of Norris St and O'Leary Street.

I was pleased to play a small part in supporting local residents and want to pay tribute to Len Smith, Bernie McDerra and Ian Smith who went beyond the call of duty in running the campaign alongside Cllr Mike Hannon and myself.

It remains to be seen if the developer appeals the decision.

Planning Applications week ending 3rd April

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New Safety Fence erected on busy railway line

Following complaints from local residents I have secured new fencing adjacent to the railway bridge on Marsh House Lane.

I received reports of youths accessing the railway line due to the damaged fencing. Apart from putting themselves at risk, residents of Hume St had complained that some youths used the vantage point of the railway line to throw missiles into back gardens causing damage to property and belongings.

Substantial work to the bridge has recently been undertaken leading to the recent closure of this stretch of Marsh House Lane. I contacted Nicki Mayers, Network Rail -Community Relations North West to request that new safety fencing be erected as part of the upgrade works.

I am pleased that this new section of fencing will increase security and am grateful to Network Rail for their quick response to this issue.

Whilst we can never rule out the possibility of individuals accessing the rail line the fence will act as a physical barrier and will hopefully contribute to a safer and more secure railway line.”