Cunning Ploy by John Thompson & Partners

Seemingly with the cooperation of Hounslow Council, jT have submitted a revised planning application for the Kew Bridge site the only difference being that the number of residential units is reduced from 170 to 164.

Could it be that the real reason for this amended application is that all objections to the original application of 19 June 2008 will no longer be considered for the superficially amended application and consequently all those who objected will have to do so again within 21 days of 19th March 2009 if they wish their voice to be heard?

Is this a ploy designed to reduce the amounts of compensation which may be payable to those most affected by this development?

What part are Hounslow Council Planning Department playing in this?