The Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government has turned down the firm's appeal against the decision.

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Speaking after Friday's outcome, Eric Pickles, Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, said the ruling was "surprising and disappointing".

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Compulsory purchase powers have been granted by the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government to West Northamptonshire Development Corporation (WNDC).

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