Local people are being asked to have their say on a draft neighbourhood plan for Wimblington and Stonea.

The plan, which has been in the works for two years, could be used to guide future development and planning applications if formally adopted.

The pre-submission consultation, required by Regulation 14 of the Neighbourhood Planning (General) Regulations 2012, is now open for feedback.

This is the last chance for residents, businesses, and stakeholders to provide their input before the plan is submitted to Fenland District Council for an independent examination.

The consultation period commenced on Monday, October 28, and will conclude on Monday, December 9.

Councillor Dee Laws, Fenland District Council's portfolio holder for planning, said: “Neighbourhood Plans are important, formal planning documents that contain planning policies created in consultation with a neighbourhood area.

"They supplement the planning policies of a local planning authority, such as Fenland District Council, giving towns and villages a greater say in how their communities are developed in future.

“I hope people living or working in the Wimblington and Stonea area will take this opportunity to help shape their draft Neighbourhood Plan before it is submitted to Fenland District Council to arrange an independent examination.”

Angela Johnson, the neighbourhood plan steering group lead for Wimblington and Stonea Parish Council, said: “This is a crucial stage of the Neighbourhood Plan process, with your voice helping to ensure the plan reflects the shared vision, priorities and values of the Wimblington and Stonea community.

"This is the last chance to contribute to the draft before it is submitted so we hope as many people as possible will take part.”

The draft plan and supporting documents can be viewed on the Wimblington and Stonea Parish Council website.

Hard copies are also available at various locations including Wimblington Parish Hall and March Library.

Comments can be submitted via email or post.