Hope for Millbay Inn

As reported exclusively in the Larne Times, a number of residents launched a campaign to save the historic Millbay Inn after its owner lodged an application with planners to have the building knocked down and replaced with a residential development.

The campaign, called Save the Last Pub in Islandmagee, has gathered over 130 signatures, with lobbyists claiming the loss of the pub would have a devastating impact on the rural community.

Planners had been minded to approve the application, which is for 15 houses and 10 apartments on the site at 75-79 Millbay Road.

However, in light of the strength of opposition to the plans, councillors managed to persuade the Planning Service to hold fire on a decision until an office meeting could be held, allowing residents to voice their grievances.

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