The development in Caistor St Edmund has been in the pipeline for more than three years and prompted strong opposition from locals.

However, the dropping of a key objection from Norfolk County Council has made it more likely it will now get the green light.

Villagers opposed to the development have criticised the u-turn as "bizarre" and are lodging fresh appeals with South Norfolk Council to take account of their concerns.

Caistor Lane in Caistor St Edmund (Image: Danielle Booden) The

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