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Planning

07 October 2024

Proposing MP
Sheffield Heeley
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Transport

At a Glance

Issue Summary

This statement addresses the need to extend the deadline for National Highways' application under the Planning Act 2008 for the A122 (Lower Thames Crossing) Development Consent Order.

Action Requested

The Minister announces an extension of the decision-making deadline from 4 October 2024 to 23 May 2025, allowing more time for consideration and spending review decisions.

Key Facts

  • The current deadline is 4 October 2024.
  • The new extended deadline is 23 May 2025.
  • The original receipt date of the Examining Authority’s report was 20 March 2024.
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