Town 'hole' fears as search for site operator goes on

CONCERNS have been raised over delays in appointing an operator to run a key regeneration project in Ashington.

- JAMES ROBINSON Local Democracy Reporter

Plans for a new youth and community facility that will act as an attractive gateway to the town from the new railway station were approved in March.

However, Labour's Coun Caroline Ball, who represents the Ashington Central ward, feared the project could be delayed as the county council is yet to confirm who will be running the site after almost a year. She feared any delay could lead to a repeat of the infamous “Ashington hole”.