Last week’s planning applications in Greater Manchester highlighted a significant focus on special education needs (SEN) with Bury’s outstanding special education school planning an expansion to increase pupil capacity by 70. Tameside also submitted plans for a new SEN-dedicated building at Longdendale High School.

Bury and Stretford Eye Town Centre Overhauls

Proposals for Bury town centre include less retail and more housing, with an ambitious plan to develop up to 800 homes over the next 15-20 years. Similarly, Stretford is looking at demolishing a former probation office as part of a major town centre redevelopment.

Bolton and Oldham See Potential Housing Developments

In Bolton, a historically important townhouse on a cobbled street could become one-bedroom flats and bedsits. Oldham received an application to convert a four-bedroom house into a care home for children.

Restaurants and Art Tributes Among Other Applications

A former cocktail bar in Bolton might become a new restaurant, and Stockport could celebrate Joy Division with new artwork reflecting the band’s legacy.

Transportation and Infrastructure Plans in Tameside and Wigan

Tameside’s plans include a new single-storey building at Longdendale High School and a rail maintenance depot. Wigan is reviewing a proposal to transform an old brewery into a car showroom.