They have been caught in the crossfire of countless political arguments over affordable housing. But for people living at Didsbury Point, it's not just politics.
Plans for an eight-storey block of flats at the former Withington Hospital site have now been given the green light despite dozens of objections. Residents living on the new build estate behind it are so worried about the impact it will have on their neighbourhood, that some have even considered moving out.
The 76 apartments - all of which would be 'affordable' - are an important part of Manchester council's plans for housing across the city. But neighbours feel their concerns over the development have been overlooked for this reason.
