Major regeneration project that could create over 1,000 jobs takes a step closer

Plans to regenerate 42 acres of land at Top Wighay Farm that could create more than 1,000 jobs have taken a step closer after planning approval was passed for two highway junctions.

Proposals include the expansion of a roundabout on the A611/Annesley Road and a new signal-controlled junction as well as a new, three-metre wide, shared use footway/cycle lane along the northern side of the A611 north of Hucknall and to the west of Linby.

The Top Wighay development would create more than 1,000 full time jobs as part of a new flagship village on a 40-hectare site near Linby, which includes more than 800 homes, a new primary school, playing fields, potential for allotments and a village hall.

The proposed highways improvement have been funded by a £5.8 million grant from the Homes England Local Authority Accelerated Construction Fund and with additional funding from Nottinghamshire County Council.

Councillor Kay Cutts MBE, leader of Nottinghamshire County Council, said: ““I am absolutely delighted and excited that this decision now means the Top Wighay Farm development is moving closer to becoming a reality.

“This development is one of this Council’s flagship projects and it will create a real sense of community by integrating new homes, a new primary school, areas of communal open space and a neighbourhood centre with potential for facilities such as a medical centre. There will also be new offices for County Council staff that will act as a catalyst for local economic growth.

“The creation of more than 1,000 jobs will also be a tremendous boost to the economic prospects of the whole area over the next decade.

“The investment in community facilities, infrastructure and education facilities means that the Top Wighay development will be positive for everyone as it will have the needs of the local community at its core.”