THE Hurstwood Group, based at Rossendale, is planning a £7 million industrial development in Leyland.

The construction and development company has bought a six-acre site capable of accommodating 110,000 sq ft at Centurion Park. Hurstwood has submitted a planning application for range of units from 2,800 sq ft to 23,000 sq ft.

Hurstwood Group Property Director Jonathan Conway said: "When all phases are complete the development has the potential to be home to more than 400 jobs."