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House of Commons · General Debate

Planning and Local Representation

14 July 2021 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Rachel Hopkins Lab Luton South

Local Government

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At a glance

Rachel Hopkins raised concerns about planning and local representation in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Moves a Bill to give people the right to participate in associated examination hearings
  • Requires public consultation on development proposals
  • Grants local authorities power to apply local design standards for permitted development and refuse detrimental projects

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Rachel Hopkins Lab Luton South

Moves a Bill to give people the right to participate in associated examination hearings, require public consultation on development proposals, grant local authorities power to apply local design standards for permitted development and refuse detrimental projects; criticises Government's planning White Paper for restricting community participation while benefiting developers.

Other contributors (1)
  • Rachel Hopkins Lab Luton South

    Moves a Bill to protect local communities’ right to participate in the planning process, including permitting objections on individual applications; criticises Government’s plan to end statutory planning notice requirements and weaken public engagement. Calls for retention of existing statutory notices alongside technology use. Supports Luton Borough Council motion that emphasises developer-community collaboration.

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