Aggregates and cement works to stay on Horn Lane
Have a look at the (rough edit) version of the council's just formally adopted Development Strategy (also known as the Core Strategy Development Plan Document), which 'sets out a vision for the future development of the borough and covers a 15-year plan period up to 2026' - you can download it from http://www.ealing.gov.uk/downloads/download/1322/adoption_of_the_development_or_core_strategy.Have a look at pp. 31-32. Here you'll find the following official policies:"(c) To retain the aggregates and cement works to the north of the station, as this is an important railhead for the distribution ofconstruction materials in West London. Opportunities will be sought to reduce further the environmental impact of the industrialactivities on the surrounding residential areas."These policies seek to explore the development opportunities surrounding the station in association with the refurbished Crossrailstation at Acton Main Line. In so doing this will create more of a sense of place at or near the station and help maximise the use andattractiveness of Crossrail for Acton residents. The policies also seek to consolidate and maximise existing freight use foraggregates and waste. There is also potential for improved bus interchange facilities."So it looks as if we're stuck with the pollution-causing works north of Acton Main Line station until at least 2026!
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