Planning Bill Enhanced with New Powers
A last-minute amendment to the Planning and Infrastructure Bill aims to tackle 'blockers' and accelerate stalled projects.
The move is part of a pro-growth package tied to the bill, which ministers claim will "unshackle Britain" from red tape and delays.
- Allow the Housing Secretary to intervene in council rejections of major schemes
- Reduce the time projects spend in the courts
- Accelerate delivery of reservoirs, windfarms, and large housing developments
Officials estimate the full package could boost the economy by £7.5bn over the next decade.
"Sluggish planning has real-world consequences. Every new house blocked deprives a family of a home." - Housing Secretary Steve Reed
Author's summary: New powers to tackle planning 'blockers' and boost economy.