House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Consultation on establishing a centrally-led Development Corporation to deliver nationally significant growth in Greater Cambridge
04 February 2026 · Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
Proposed by Matthew Pennycook Lab Greenwich and Woolwich
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Key points
- The statement outlines plans to establish a centrally-led Urban Development Corporation for Greater Cambridge to unlock significant economic growth.
- A consultation has been launched to gather feedback on the proposal to create an Urban Development Corporation in Greater Cambridge.
- The consultation aims to address infrastructure, accessibility, and housing challenges to enable sustainable growth.
Issue summary
The statement outlines plans to establish a centrally-led Urban Development Corporation for Greater Cambridge to unlock significant economic growth.
Action requested
A consultation has been launched to gather feedback on the proposal to create an Urban Development Corporation in Greater Cambridge. The consultation aims to address infrastructure, accessibility, and housing challenges to enable sustainable growth.
Key facts
- Launching a consultation on establishing a centrally-led Urban Development Corporation for Greater Cambridge.
- Objective is to deliver high-quality, well-designed homes and neighbourhoods.
- Proposal supports the emerging Greater Cambridge Local Plan.
- Consultation seeks views on specific issues related to governance, scope of operations, and funding.
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