Housing Developments Education and Health Infrastructure 2020-02-24
2020-02-24
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Rob Butler discusses the challenge his constituents face in accessing education and health services due to insufficient infrastructure near new housing developments.
What steps is the government taking to ensure that local authorities include necessary educational facilities and medical centers when planning new residential areas, especially given the current situation where many children cannot attend schools closest to their homes on new estates?
Acknowledging the importance of local community infrastructure, Christopher Pincher mentions the government's commitment to deliver key infrastructure, including health and education, ahead of development through the single housing infrastructure fund. He also references a recent conversation with the Education Secretary regarding £2 billion available for school improvements.
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