The local Liberal Democrats instigated the extension of the Conservation area in Newport Pagnell which now includes three historic buildings on the former Aston Martin site. This now means that they cannot be demolished without planning authorisation and permission!
This was one of the main issues people had with the site being brought by supermarket chain Tesco who proposed to build a large store on the site. Residents worried that Tesco would demolish the buildings without a second thought at their heritage to the town, we are happy to report this has been a success and should Tesco wish to demolish the buildings they can only do so with the appropriate consent from Milton Keynes Council.