Fears green spaces will be lost due to new homes (opens original article in a new tab)

Residents in North Tyneside fear green spaces will be lost due to proposed housing developments, as the council's draft plan faces opposition over potential impacts on the environment and local services.

• North Tyneside Council's draft Local Plan proposes nearly 17,000 homes over 15 years, with some in green belt areas.
• Residents and opposition councillors express concerns about losing green spaces and insufficient services for new developments.
• The council claims a significant portion of the green belt will remain protected, while opponents argue their objections have been ignored.