Breaking: £40m Fishergate plans withdrawn
The £40m project was due to be discussed by Preston Council’s planning committee at a meeting on Thursday, where it had been recommended for refusal by planning officers. However, Town Hall chiefs today confirmed the application had been withdrawn.
The plans included a three-storey extension to the centre, incorporating restaurants, a nine-screen cinema, and extra retail units, as well as alterations to the car park.
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The news comes as Vue cinema announced they would not be leaving the Capitol Centre at Walton-le-Dale.
The Fishergate Centre is yet to comment.