Flooded Promises in Platt Bridge

Ten years after the Boxing Day floods of 2015, Platt Bridge residents are still reeling — and a fresh flood in January 2025 has reignited outrage. Andy Burnham is demanding a halt to major developments in Wigan until flood risks in Platt Bridge, Abram, and Hindley are fully addressed, accusing the water industry of a rigged system. While residents like Dawn Royds say Burnham’s stance offers hope, business owner Paul Bullen warns it’s all talk — with no flood insurance, no real action, and businesses fleeing the area. Burnham counters that investment and flood warnings are now in place, and he insists a coherent plan to eliminate flood risk must come before any regeneration. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/12b16edebfc5ca99