Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 32227
Planning Permission
Tabled: 21 February 2025
Answered: 3 March 2025
Question
Kevin Hollinrake
Conservative — Thirsk and Malton
To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether national security considerations relating to (a) foreign interference and (b) spying are a valid material consideration in the planning process.
Answer
Matthew PennycookNational Planning Policy Framework paragraph 102 sets out how planning policies and decisions should promote public safety and take into account wider security and defence requirements. Each case is considered on their own merits.