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 PennycookThere 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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