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Mum Joanne McSorley, 50, who survived the terrorist attack at Manchester Arena, was left disabled from injuries sustained in the blast and lives with chronic pain and debilitating depression
The planning meeting at Runcorn Town Hall saw more than 150 objectors turn up but not all could fit in the chamber.
The 16-year-old's family have been crucial to his eye-catching success, which has helped him bag more than £100,000 in prize money already and secure a place in the World Championship final.
Carol Littler is planning on making the 200 mile trip to London from her Runcorn home, in Cheshire, with her husband, Phil, on Wednesday if the 16-year-old wins his semi-final tonight.
'The Nuke' is just two matches away from picking up the Sid Waddell trophy with former world champion Rob Cross standing in his way in tonight's semi-final.