Here are the biggest planning stories from the last week in and around Warwick.

A46 Bridge

Footage shows a new 740 tonne bridge being slid into place across the A46 at Stoneleigh Island junction.

The bridge, which forms part of the £38 million works, was installed earlier this month with road closures in place for around a week.

The works were due to take place in December but were pushed back so as not to coincide with Christmas.

Read the story here.

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Drive-Thru

A drive-thru coffee shop could be built on the outskirts of Warwick if plans are approved by Warwick District Council.

The proposal could see a cafe and an electric vehicle charging hub built next to the Marriott Hotel at the Longbridge roundabout.

An application, submitted by Dallas Holdings, says it presents a "new inward investment into the district" and will help meet the need for more EV charging along the M40.

Read more here.

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Tree Planting

Thousands of new trees and hedgerows are set to be planted across Warwick district thanks to a new partnership with the local farming community.

Warwick District Council has helped supply more than 6,000 trees to local farms with the support of Arden Farm Wildlife Network, Warwickshire Wildlife Trust, and the Heart of England Forest.

The first packs of saplings, delivered in December, will be planted across the 12 farms taking part in the initiative.

The trees will be used to fill gaps in hedgerows and create new woodland areas.

Read more here.

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