An application by William Sinclair Horticulture Ltd to continue extraction for another 15 years was refused by Salford City Council in 2011.

BBC: Peat extraction on Chat Moss

William Sinclair Horticulture Ltd has not yet commented on the ruling.

BBC: Peat extraction on Chat Moss

William Smith's managing director, Robert Sinclair, described the move as a positive development.

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Mr Sinclair said he expected a decision on the future of the remaining William Smith shops to be made next week, when the 90-day staff consultation ends.

BBC: Dundee-based shoe retail chain sells five outlets