Commuting from Lancashire to Manchester is easier by aeroplane says farm owner

Rossendale councillors said the application was unusual and asked about the regulation of private aircraft, flight safety and fuel arrangements.

Tony Whitehead, of Cribden End Farm, near Rawtenstall, wanted planning permission from Rossendale Council to change the use of the farm building from agricultural only to a mixed use of agriculture, and domestic garage or storage, including keeping a light aircraft there for personal use.

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