You are making a difference.

It has been just under a week since the planning committee rejected the outline planning on the site at Ingol and the outrage which followed. In this short space of time both the leader of Preston City Council and the MP for Preston have spoken at their dismay at the Planning Committees decision,, whilst the club are still yet to be given a clear explanation as to why the motion to refuse the planning application was passed. Meanwhile it has been highlighted that 60% of the land would be public parkland gifted to the city of Preston and ALL its residents. The parkland will include orchards and even allotments for the Preston public to use. Remember the council's own planning committee recommended the plans for approval. There have been many assumptions from various objectors that Ingol Golf Club may be 'open public space' or 'recreational space'. It has been made abundantly clear that whilst there may currently be one public footpath on part of the outskirts of the golf course, it is very much private property. The petition has received the support of the leading local paper the Lancashire Post, former PNE footballers, supporters, and members of the wider community. They can see the huge benefits this development will bring for the future of both Preston North End and Preston itself which according to the council has aspirations to be the North West's 3rd City. More than 2,600 people have now signed the petition and whilst the club plan to make an announcement in the next few days they have made it clear that because of YOUR support they are convinced that this is the right site for PNE to move up a level in terms of facilities. Whilst permission may have been given for the facility specifics lets be clear - No Outline planning - No training facility. Which the planning committee where fully aware of. Now it is important we spread the word further, mention to people who may not be on social media or view the forum. Get them to sign the petition and pass it on. WE BELIEVE THIS PETITION CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE. Thank You. The PNE-Online team.