MOBILE phone company Hutchinson 3G UK is planning to erect another mast in Horwich near the RMI clubhouse.

The 15-metre monopole is just 50 yards from another pole in Chorley New Road, but councillors, concerned about the number of telephone masts in the area, have been told the two structures cannot be combined because they would have a much greater visual impact.

No objections have been received by the council to the latest mast, which is opposite the fire station and away from housing.