The appeal about the 34 houses at Restrop Road has been cancelled.
It is not known why, though surely the overwhelming arguments already in play must have made the developers think twice.
This gives those preparing the neighbourhood plan some breathing space to shape Purton’s future in a more considered way, rather than having to fight an appeal at the same time.
A welcome Christmas present. Let us hope this presages a year of thoughtful planning.
A happy new year to all our readers.









