A housing developer who is in daily contact with a couple from Alsager has claimed they will do 'everything' to resolve any flooding issues on the land they own.

Nub News recently reported that an Alsager couple who are currently staying in a holiday home having endured a flooding nightmare at their idyllic cottage for the last 16 months, are at their "wits end".

Christine, 72, and Luther Turner, 67, had four and a half "idyllic" years in their Slate Cottage, on Linley Lane, Alsager.

But since 7th November, a flooding nightmare has "taken all the joy out of their lives".

The cause of the flooding was located on the other side of the highway - a blocked culvert and pipework on adjoining land, which the couple thought was owned by Sainsbury's, the former Twyford Bathrooms site, on Lawton Road, which is being developed by Wainhomes.

It remains unclear who specifically owns the adjoining land, but after searching through previous planning applications on the former Twyfords site, Lagan (Alsager) Ltd own part of the land.

Stephen Bell, director of Lagan (Alsager) Ltd, said: "We only own the lands that the sub-station sits on and a small slither around the fenced area — I estimate about 0.3 of an acre.

"The majority of the lands on the former Twyfords site were sold off a number of years ago to Sainsbury's, Wainhomes, Moorfield and the care home operator (Lovett Care).

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"As we are based in Northern Ireland, I'm not allowed to inspect, however I would be very surprised if the flooding is being caused solely by blockages or obstructions on our lands, given the small footprint we own."

Mr Bell confirmed that Cheshire East contacted him regarding the issues for the first time on February 11th.

Mr Bell added: "If the flooding is being caused by a blockage on our lands, we will clear that blockage, however I would be very surprised if any debris on our site is the sole cause.

"Major construction works can often lead to a build-up of debris and silt in the local drainage system and result in reduced capacity.

"The priority should be for all parties to get this resolved ASAP and find a solution to allow Christine to live in her home with peace of mind."