A PRIMARY school has been given permission to put up fences around its playground.

Governors of Egerton Primary School, in Cox Green Road, Egerton, hope the fence will improve security for pupils and keep out vandals.

Brian Clough, the school's agent, told councillors on the planning committee: "There are four points of public access and we want to improve security for the children.

"We have had a number of incidents of vandalism, as well as problems with dog fouling, litter and broken glass.

"Outdoor activities was the only section of an Ofsted report in which the school fell below outstanding, so this needs to be addressed."

Councillors approved the application.

Cllr Norman Critchley said: "This must be one of the only schools in Bolton that does not have an adequate fence and one is urgently needed."

And Cllr Andy Morgan said: "There are also plans to put in a vegetable plot, which helps with the healthy schools initiative."