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Ratby’s Big Housing Decision | Leicester News
Ratby’s future hangs in the balance as its council faces a pivotal decision: approve nearly 500 new homes on Burroughs Road Recreation Ground—or protect the village’s soul. Over 1,000 locals, plus environmental and sports groups, are sounding the alarm over sewage, traffic, and lost green spaces. Residents fear gridlock, crumbling infrastructure, and the irreversible erosion of Ratby’s charm. Yet planning officers push forward, citing a new school and economic gains. Developers want speed; residents want sustainability. With the vote looming next Tuesday, the council is urging…
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