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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Land Use Framework for England

18 March 2026 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

Proposed by Emma Reynolds Lab Wolverhampton North East

Environment

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At a glance

Key points

  • The government introduces the first Land Use Framework for England to guide effective land management.
  • The framework will provide decision-makers with principles, data analysis, and policy commitments.
  • A Land Use Unit will be established within a year to implement the framework and produce necessary evidence and tools.

Issue summary

The statement introduces the first Land Use Framework for England, outlining a vision for effective land management.

Action requested

The government is publishing the framework to provide decision-makers with principles, data analysis, and policy commitments. It will establish a Land Use Unit within a year to implement the framework and produce necessary evidence and tools.

Key facts

  • The Government ran a national conversation on land use last year.
  • Over 1200 unique responses were received from organisations and individuals through an online consultation.
  • The Land Use Framework will help manage trade-offs and optimise benefits across various sectors.
  • A Land Use Unit will be established within the next year to implement the framework.
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