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The development of a new town serving almost 9,000 people has been given the go-ahead by two local councils.
The Elms Park development, near Cheltenham and just off junction 10 of the M5, is expected to be developed in phases over 20 years.
The plans were approved by Tewkesbury Borough Council and Cheltenham Borough Council on Thursday, despite strong opposition.
Some fear the development, which features 4,115 homes, almost 60 acres for employment land, a hotel, shops, cafes, restaurants, pubs and takeaways, will have a "disastrous effect" on the area.
