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Oundle Mayor Slams Planning Errors, Defers Rugby Club Proposal

2/18/2026

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John Wade, mayor of Oundle Town Council, expressed concerns about the planning process, parking, and development creep.
He noted residents were unaware of the rugby club's proposal until late.
Wade cited a Corby planning error with incorrect notifications.
Council officers admitted an advertising error in the current application, which appeared only in the Kettering Evening Telegraph.
The planning committee unanimously deferred both applications, with no timeline for return.

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Story summary

John Wade, mayor of Oundle Town Council, expressed concerns about the planning process, parking, and development creep.
He noted residents were unaware of the rugby club's proposal until late.
Wade cited a Corby planning error with incorrect notifications.
Council officers admitted an advertising error in the current application, which appeared only in the Kettering Evening Telegraph.
The planning committee unanimously deferred both applications, with no timeline for return.