The Rank Group's plans to develop a casino in Didsbury, Manchester, have been rejected by the city council's planning committee.

The Manchester Evening News reports that the project, which would have seen the Buckingham Bingo Club at the Parrs Wood Entertainment Centre converted into a 24-hour gaming property, drew criticism from local residents and councillors alike.

Rank claimed the property would have created 120 new jobs and brought between £3m-£4m in investment to the area.