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Plans to cut speed limits to 20mph and hundreds of homes earmarked for the countryside are some of the most significant developments across Greater Manchester over the past week.

In Stockport , there is a big review being conducted by the council to cut 40mph zones down to 30mph. Then on residential streets, the 30mph zones could be cut to 20mph, under the plans.

The review will look into how this idea could help improve safety on the borough’s roads.

On the other side of the city-region, on the edge of Rochdale , a green light could be given to a 309-home development. The scheme has long been earmarked for Littleborough ’s countryside – sparking huge controversy.

The massive plan will be decided on next week by the council’s planning committee.

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