Articles
News articles in chronological order (newest first).
BBC News
"Councillors told the meeting they needed more information on affordable housing options as well as the impact the development would have on parking and transport."
Manchester Evening News
" The stores that would go are cheap and accessible - and include Home Bargains, Poundland, Argos, TK Maxx, Boots, and three large charity stores as well JD Sports and a gym. There has been huge backlash to the scheme with both Labour and Liberal Democrat councillors objecting."
Manchester Evening News
" [...] the scheme has faced a backlash from the community, with thousands signing petitions against the proposals with concerns about losing local shops. Salford MP Rebecca Long-Bailey said the change would cause “clear detriment” to the community."
Manchester World
"There are fears about the impact thousands of new residents could have on Salford’s road network, especially the busy Regent Road."
I🤍Manchester
"[...] There are shops at the retail park that people really rely on. We’ve got limited bus services. People here feel we just get left out with infrastructure."
Manchester Evening News
" [...] the plans will 'decimate' the area."
BBC News
"Residents living near proposed new tower blocks in Greater Manchester say they are concerned the development will mean they lose vital shops and jobs, eventually pushing them out of the area."
BBC News
"[...] Salford and Eccles MP Rebecca Long-Bailey said the £1bn scheme will not deliver any affordable homes and could exacerbate the housing crisis by excluding lower-income residents and causing job losses and parking problems."
Manchester Evening News
"Traders and shoppers at Regent Retail Park told the Local Democracy Reporting Service they are worried about losing shops and job opportunities."
SALFORD NOW
"Ms Long-Bailey further drew attention to the possible knock-on effect of losing shops. Henley wants to knock down the existing 116,000 sq ft of big box retail including TK Maxx, Home Bargains, and Boots."