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Member

Speaking in the House of Lords on 17 July 2025

Debate

Planning and Infrastructure Bill

Contribution

By mandating the publication of detailed reasons and the relevant legal basis, this amendment would protect developers from arbitrary or inconsistent decisions. It would also promote a more efficient application process by allowing developers to respond directly and effectively to specific concerns, rather than attempting to guess or interpret vague refusals. Ultimately, this greater clarity would benefit not just applicants but the public and the planning authorities by fostering trust, improving communications and reducing avoidable procedural disputes.

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