(Note: Councillor Cordingley declared a personal interest in this item, as an allotment holder in the area and remained in the meeting during consideration of the matter.)

It was moved and seconded that:

“This Council is aware of proposals by a land owner to develop industrial units and warehousing on the area known as Stretford Meadows (the land that lies north of the M60 and south of Stretford and the B5213). In light of this proposal, Trafford Council reaffirms its commitment to Stretford Meadows as a green space which serves and is accessible to all of Trafford’s communities. The Council will continue to implement strategies to enhance this area, Stretford and the wider Mersey Valley.”

Following speeches in support, the Motion was agreed with the unanimous consent of the Council.

RESOLVED: That this Council is aware of proposals by a land owner to develop industrial units and warehousing on the area known as Stretford Meadows (the land that lies north of the M60 and south of Stretford and the B5213). In light of this proposal, Trafford Council reaffirms its commitment to Stretford Meadows as a green space which serves and is accessible to all of Trafford’s communities. The Council will continue to implement strategies to enhance this area, Stretford and the wider Mersey Valley.