South Norfolk Council gave the green light for the development in Caistor St Edmund, on the outskirts of Norwich, at a meeting on Wednesday.

The highly controversial proposals, which include a new school and country park, have sparked huge concerns in the area.

They have been strongly opposed by locals since they were unveiled, with around 30 members of the public turning up to the meeting of the council's planning committee.

Despite impassioned speeches from objectors, councillors ultimately voted in favour of the application.

The land behind Caistor Lane in Caistor St Edmund where a new development has been approved (Image: Danielle Booden) The 180-home scheme also includes a 420-place primary school, new village........

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