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Residents Demand Pause on Controversial Astley Warehouse Project

1/8/2026

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An independent audit of the Astley Business Park warehouse project found residents had no meaningful opportunity to engage with PLP before the planning application was submitted.
Residents raised concerns about flooding, noise, and a 60-foot height.
The Astley Warehouse Action Group demanded a pause due to transparency failings.
PLP defended engagement, stating it contacted over 200 residents and complied with planning laws.
Wigan Council said planning permission followed procedures.

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Story summary

An independent audit of the Astley Business Park warehouse project found residents had no meaningful opportunity to engage with PLP before the planning application was submitted.
Residents raised concerns about flooding, noise, and a 60-foot height.
The Astley Warehouse Action Group demanded a pause due to transparency failings.
PLP defended engagement, stating it contacted over 200 residents and complied with planning laws.
Wigan Council said planning permission followed procedures.