Councillor would oppose plan for homes on trading estate

Coun Jeff Watson said he would oppose houses being built on Coquet Enterprise Park, after believing that a homes scheme is planned for the site.

His concerns followed an article in the Gazette about an application for a new hotel and restaurant at the trading estate, which is owned by Arch.

The story stated: ‘Arch says that the hotel would be a catalyst for wider regeneration of the enterprise park; the aim is to create a vibrant mix of developments to increase Amble’s employment , tourism and retail offer’.