Minister responds to campaign against Draft Area Plan for the North and West
People are being urged to give their thoughts on the Draft Area Plan for the North and West, as a consultation on the document closes on Thursday. (27 March)
The plan outlines areas to be used for residential and employment projects in Ramsey, Glen Mona, Andreas, Jurby, Bride, Kirk Michael, St John's, Foxdale, and Peel.
There's an ongoing campaign, driven in part by Glenfaba and Peel MHK Kate Lord-Brennan, to have as many people object to the proposals as possible.
You can read more on that HERE.
There's a lot to consider - especially in light of the current level of housing demand and government's targets to boost the Island's population.
Cabinet Office Minister David Ashford admits it's difficult to get people on board when zoning new areas for residential or commercial development:
You can find a link to the consultation HERE.
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