Victory for campaigners as plans for 16m 5G mast are rejected
20.09.2023 - 06:47
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Those opposed to a new 5G mast in Mosley Common have been victorious after the plans were rejected by the council.
Cignal Infrastructure Limited UK’s plans for a 16m high mast on the footpath between a primary school and a children's play area sparked outrage within the community on the outskirts of Tyldesley. Though many residents agreed faster network speeds and capacity was needed in the area - which the plans would have brought - they did not want it to create an eyesore in a picturesque location.
Coun James Fish, who was part of the campaign to reject this plan, has labelled this a victory for the people of Mosley Common and common sense.
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Coun Fish said: “I am very pleased for the local residents who campaigned against the mast as the planning department agreed that the proposed mast would not be in keeping with the area. Particular credit should go to local residents who made comments or objected.
“This is a victory for common sense and proper enforcement of planning rules. Whilst I'm not against the 5G installation and understand we need better connectivity, companies like Cignal Infrastructure UK should consult local residents first before submitting planning applications.”
Residents who live near St. John’s Mosley Common C.E Primary School, next door to where the proposed development was touted, believe the need for better connectivity should not come at the expense of greenspace.
Beth Fletcher, who lives opposite the proposed site, said previously: “5G is needed around here, but the location picked should be better. It will disturb the
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