Controversial plans for a new shop in Wallsend have been given the go-ahead by councillors despite fears of traffic chaos and anti-social behaviour from neighbours.
A new "convenience store" has been approved for construction on vacant land to the west of Mackley Court in Wallsend which forms part of a recent Persimmon housing development. The proposal has proven controversial, dividing nearby neighbours.
At the time of publication, 21 objections and 18 supporting comments were logged on North Tyneside Council's online planning platform. Several objectors claimed the development would make nearby roads less safe and were concerned about a possible rise in anti-social behaviour associated with a licensed shop.
