Borough of Telford & Wrekin

Have your say on Telford

29 May 2009

Residents and businesses across the borough are being consulted on the future of Telford town centre.

 

From 2 June, local people will be asked their views on a range of topics from shopping to jobs, home and leisure as part of a consultation on the new 'Central Telford Area Action Plan'.

 

The action plan has been drawn up by Telford & Wrekin Council to help build a 21st century heart for Telford Town Centre between now and 2016. It's hoped this new centre will include 2500 new homes and a significant expansion of shops and offices in the area.

 

Local people will also be asked their views on the neighbouring areas of Central Park, Old Park, Hollinswood and Malinslee so that the whole of central Telford is regenerated.

 

Head of Planning, Michael Barker, said: "This consultation aims to give local people a voice so that they are at the heart of plans to enhance Telford Town Centre. Only by working with local people and businesses can we ensure that we effectively regenerate the area for generations to come."

 

The consultation period will begin Tues 2 June and run until 13 July. The action plan can be viewed at http://www.telford.gov.uk/Environment+and+planning/Planning/CentralTelfordAreaActionPlan.htm

 

To find out more contact the Development Plans Team on (01952) 384212.