Plans for retirement scheme approved

Plans for a 70 apartment retirement living scheme to be built in Shifnal have been approved by Shropshire Council.

The extra care scheme will be built on land off Stanton Road, near the town centre.

The 26 one bedroom, and 44 two bedroom apartments are individually designed while the scheme also includes a bistro that will be open to the public, lounges, and private communal gardens.

Wayne Gethings, group chief executive at The Wrekin Housing Group said: “We are delighted to have been awarded planning permission for this scheme that will bring many benefits for the people of Shifnal.

“We are working in conjunction with Jessup Brothers, which will be the main contractor on the site, and we hope work can be started later this year.

“This scheme will have huge benefits by providing housing and support for local people, but it will also lead to job opportunities for those who want to work in the care sector.”