However, for nearby residents, traffic and highway safety remain the central concerns. Ms Hodgson says traffic levels have increased significantly over the years, with larger vehicles regularly using roads she believes were never designed to accommodate them. Mr Scott believes traffic generated by future residents, deliveries and visitors could place additional strain on the road network. Bradford Council's planning panel has backed permission in principle for a housing development on the Thornton field, subject to further conditions being met. Highways Officers Raise No ObjectionDespite residents' concerns, Bradford Council's highways officers did not object to the development in principle.