Go-ahead for Salford homes

The brownfield site will be used mainly for family homes after Salford City Council asked the developers to change the original plans, which showed a higher proportion of apartments.

There were also lengthy negotiations about the internal layout, which the council felt had too many cul-de-sacs and lacked connectivity.

"We are pleased to have finally secured planning permission after a difficult application process," said Taylor Wimpey land and property director Paul Smith.