# Green Wedge Lost to Housing Pressure | Leicester News

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Podcast: [Leicester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/leicester-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7589499)
Published: 2026-07-13T12:20:56+00:00
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A government inspector has overturned a local council’s decision to shield Blaby Golf Range from housing development, clearing the way for 200 new homes despite fierce local opposition from over 1,700 residents. The inspector, John Longmuir, ruled that the housing demand is urgent and that the loss of the green wedge — which council staff had warned would be damaging — is outweighed by the need for new homes. Local officials and residents are outraged, calling the decision a betrayal of community values, environmental protection, and local democracy, as national housing targets override local concerns. The ruling underscores a growing tension between housing supply and green space preservation — and leaves many wondering if local voices can still matter. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/af96b8b8c340154a

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