A new footpath link in Darwen has narrowly been approved by councillors.
The 36-metre path will link Redvers Road to the M65 services at junction four.
For Darwen leader Tony Melia told borough planners residents had compiled a 30-signature petition in favour.
But Labour members, including Coun Dave Smith, said most residents were against the plans.
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