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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Housing Supply

Monday 24 February 2020 · 1 question

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Key points

  • James Grundy expressed concerns about the Greater Manchester spatial framework threatening green belt sites in his constituency.
  • The Secretary of State mentioned a quasi-judicial role in the planning system, preventing comment on the plan's merits.
  • The Secretary acknowledged awareness of concerns regarding the plan from multiple Members, including the shadow Secretary of State.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 James Grundy Con Leigh
Housing Environment
Context

Concern over the Greater Manchester spatial framework threatening green belt sites in Leigh.

Question

Does my right hon. Friend share my concerns regarding Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham's Greater Manchester spatial framework, which seems to threaten a number of green belt sites in my constituency of Leigh, while simultaneously not making these sites available for delivery since the landowners have made it clear they are not available for development?

Answer from Robert Jenrick (Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government)

Due to my quasi-judicial role in the planning system, I cannot comment on the merits of the plan itself. However, a number of hon. Members have made me aware of their concerns; even, I think, the shadow Secretary of State is campaigning against the plan. These matters will be looked at by a planning inspector should the plan reach submission.

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