A PET cemetery plan has hit a stumbling block because local councillors do not agree with the proposals.

Verna Sandiford and John Woodward care for sick animals and want somewhere to bury them when they die.

The couple, of Crowthorn Farm, off Broadhead Road, Edgworth, have lodged their plans with Blackburn Council and are awaiting a decision.

But councillors from the North Turton Parish Council have raised concerns about the proposals.

They say the size of the planned building - which would include a reception room, office, toilet and crematorium - is "disproportionate" to its proposed use and that existing buildings on the site could be used.

Concerns have also been raised about increased traffic, the proximity of the proposed development to neighbouring properties and the potential impact of fumes from the crematorium to local air quality.

A final decision on the proposals will be made later this year.