Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 30643

Nightclubs and Public Houses: Planning

Tabled: 11 February 2025
Answered: 20 February 2025

Question

Kevin Hollinrake

Conservative — Thirsk and Malton

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether the agent of change principle applies to (a) licensing and (b) statutory nuisance complaints against (i) pubs and (ii) nightclubs.

Answer

Matthew Pennycook
National planning policy is clear about the importance of ensuring that new development can be integrated effectively with existing businesses and community facilities.The ‘agent of change’ principle in the National Planning Policy Framework applies to al...
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