Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 54915

Planning

Tabled: 30 May 2025
Answered: 12 June 2025

Question

Kevin Hollinrake

Conservative — Thirsk and Malton

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what her Department's policy is on consulting on substantive changes to (a) practice and (b) policy in relation to the Planning practical guidance.

Answer

Matthew Pennycook
There is no statutory duty to consult prior to making changes to the National Planning Policy Framework and/or associated planning guidance. That said, the Secretary of State keeps the matter of consultation under active consideration ahead of making any ...
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