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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Transport update

06 March 2024 · Department for Transport

Proposed by Mark Harper Con Forest of Dean

Transport

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At a glance

Key points

  • Transport update provided by Mr Mark Harper on 2024-03-06
  • Revised National Networks National Policy Statement for England's road, rail, and strategic rail freight interchanges
  • Documents to be published on the Department's website and laid before Parliament

Issue summary

The minister is updating Parliament on a revised National Networks National Policy Statement for England's road, rail, and strategic rail freight interchanges.

Action requested

The minister is laying before Parliament the revised National Networks National Policy Statement and the Government’s response to the Transport Select Committee report and public consultation. These documents will also be published on the Department’s website.

Key facts

  • The original National Networks National Policy Statement was designated by Ministers on 14 January 2015.
  • A review of the policy statement was announced on 22 July 2021 under section 6 of the Planning Act 2008.
  • Public consultation on the draft national policy statement took place from 14 March 2023 to 6 June 2023.
  • The Transport Select Committee scrutinised and provided a report with recommendations.
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