Cornwall cliff collapse raises concerns about housing development

dailystar.co.uk

A massive cliff collapse near Newquay, Cornwall, saw over 2,000 tonnes of rock fall, raising safety concerns about a nearby luxury housing development. The collapse at Whipsiderry Beach occurred near a controversial upscale housing project, prompting calls to halt construction due to the cliff's instability and previous landslides. The development has faced protests and claims that the site is unsafe. The planned development, approved in 2007, has been plagued by erosion and prior collapses, despite stabilization efforts. The developer is appealing council decisions regarding the project.


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