Great work, everyone! We’ve made huge progress, but today is the last day to submit objections to the planning council. If you haven’t submitted yours yet, this is your final chance to make your voice heard.
⏳ Deadline: TODAY ⏳
📢 Why Your Objection Matters
This development will:
❌ Undermine the vision for a proper village centre that Banks desperately needs
❌ Increase traffic and parking issues on already busy roads
❌ Worsen flooding risks due to unresolved drainage concerns
❌ Destroy an important local site with heritage and environmental significance
📝 How to Object:
1️⃣ Submit your objection on the planning website TODAY click this link and then click on comment complete your details and submit.
2️⃣ If you’re struggling with the site, email your objection to:
📧 nicola.cook@westlancs.gov.uk
📧 member.services@westlancs.gov.uk
📧 plan.apps@westlancs.gov.uk
💡 What to Include in Your Objection:
How this development goes against the Local Plan’s vision for a village centre
Why Banks needs a village square, not just more houses
The negative impact on traffic, flooding, and the environment
📢 Contact Local Representatives
Let our councillors and MP know we support them in opposing this plan! A quick email of thanks and reinforcement can make a difference:
📧 Cllr Howard – howard@westlancs.gov.uk
📧 Cllr Friettas – friettas@westlancs.gov.uk
📧 Patrick Hurley MP – patrick.hurley.mp@parliament.uk
🖊 Sign the Petition – We’re Almost There!
We are just 41 signatures away from 1,100. If you haven’t signed yet, now is the time. Check your email and confirm your signature, or it won’t count!
📢 Final Push – Ask Friends & Family to Object!
If you’ve already submitted your objection, please chase up any friends or family who haven’t yet. Every voice counts!
This is our last opportunity to shape the future of Banks. Let’s stand together and fight for the village we deserve. 💪
Submit your objection TODAY! 🚨