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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Compulsory Purchase Reforms

19 December 2024 · Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Proposed by Matthew Pennycook Lab Greenwich and Woolwich

Local Government

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At a glance

Key points

  • The government is launching an eight-week consultation on reforms to the compulsory purchase process.
  • Reforms aim to streamline the process and reduce administrative costs.
  • Proposed measures will be included in the Planning and Infrastructure Bill subject to consultation feedback.

Issue summary

The statement addresses reforms to the compulsory purchase process and compensation provisions in England and Wales.

Action requested

The government is launching an eight-week consultation on proposed reforms to streamline the compulsory purchase process, reduce administrative costs, and ensure fair compensation. Subject to feedback, measures will be brought forward in the Planning and Infrastructure Bill.

Key facts

  • The government committed to reforming compulsory purchase compensation rules in its 2024 manifesto.
  • The consultation proposes new reforms based on the Levelling-up and Regeneration Act 2023.
  • The objective is to make the process faster, more efficient, and capture land value for public benefit.
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