Views sought over plans to turn stadium into homes

Residents are being asked for their views on plans to turn a speedway and greyhound racing venue into homes and a community space.

Abbey Stadium in Swindon, home to the town's speedway team until 2020, will host its final greyhound racing meeting on 30 December, owner Gaming International announced in March.

There are two separate planning applications for the land at Lady Lane. Legal & General has proposed 130 new homes, while Gaming International has proposed a community hub with food and retail units, sports facilities and workspaces.

A joint public consultation has been launched and will close on 8 May, with an in-person exhibition event to take place on 30 April at Blunsdon Village Hall.