As expected, the vote to progress the Local Plan to the consultation stage was divided along party lines, and the motion passed.

The Council has now established a clear timeline for the Plan's next stages, with several key dates that all residents should note:

The National Planning Policy Framework, updated on 12-12-2024, emphasises sustainable development as the cornerstone of the planning system

There are three crucial developments still unfolding that could impact the future of Hanham’s Green Belt.

Here is a collection of videos showcasing the wildlife that lives on the edge of Hencliff Wood in Hanham. Please don't let developers...