The proposal would tighten planning rules in the Gorge to protect it from inappropriate development. You have until February 20th to put your views. More details: ShropCouncil TelfordWrekin IronbridgeGMT
Two councils have joined forces over plans to protect a world heritage site from development.
Telford & Wrekin and Shropshire councils want to hear from the public about proposals to conserve Ironbridge Gorge.makes safeguarding the 550-hectare site a "top priority", a councillor said.The document provides guidance to those wishing to submit planning proposals within the site area, the authorities say.
Councillor Richard Overton, Telford & Wrekin Council's deputy leader, added Ironbridge Gorge was an area of "outstanding universal significance". He said: "This document will ensure that the UNESCO World Heritage site is safeguarded and that the history, conservation, and sustainability of the area are top priority."Follow BBC West Midlands on
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