Wigan moves to oppose Tritax’s 8.2m sq ft rail freight terminal
Summary
Wigan Council is preparing to oppose Tritax’s proposed ILP North logistics and rail freight interchange, a large-scale scheme spanning land in both St Helens and Wigan. The project is progressing through the nationally significant infrastructure process, with further consultation on highways, noise and air quality due in 2027 and a final decision targeted for early 2028.
Why it matters
The proposal involves Green Belt land, major planning consent procedures and potential impacts on surrounding communities, all of which are relevant to surveyors advising on development constraints and planning risk. It also signals continued pressure on land use around strategic logistics and infrastructure sites in the North West.
Key points
- Wigan Council is expected to vote on objecting to the ILP North scheme.
- The development covers 500 acres and includes an 8.2m sq ft industrial/logistics element with a rail freight terminal.
- The site is partly within Wigan’s administrative area and partly in St Helens.
- The project is being treated as a nationally significant infrastructure project and will go through a DCO process.
- Further consultation is planned for Q1 2027, with a final secretary of state decision targeted for Q1 2028.
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