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Plans have been put forward for a major new retail development on the outskirts of Preston. The new shopping centre would be built behind the Capitol Centre at Walton le Dale.

An outline planning application has been submitted to South Ribble Borough Council to develop the land between the River Ribble to the north and Winery Lane to the South.

The new development would be behind the existing centre.

However, if the project is to go ahead it would involve knocking down 57 houses along Victoria Road, Grove Road and Edward Street.

It would also mean the demolition of exisiting industrial and commercial units.

Oakamoor Estates Limited want to use the site behind the Capitol Centre to build a DIY shop, a garden centre and possibly a carpet store.

In addition a car park would be created for local residents. South Ribble Borough Council is now inviting members of the public to comment on the plans.