The recent rejection of planning application 18/00890/PP by Orchard Brae to develop the greenbelt in North Lanarkshire marks a significant win for local campaigners. This decision protects valuable green space from being turned into a mixed-use development, preserving the environment and community character. The outcome highlights the power of community action and the importance of safeguarding greenbelt land. Greenbelt land in North Lanarkshire preserved after planning appli