Outrage over 'unbelievable' plans for 170 homes in village
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Outrage over 'unbelievable' plans for 170 homes in village
• Objectors to recently submitted plans for 170 homes in Benson have said the plans are 'unbelievable' and claimed the village 'can't cope'.
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