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Transport Update

24 May 2024

Proposing MP
Mark Harper Con
Forest of Dean
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Transport
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement confirms the extension of decision deadlines for three applications under the Planning Act 2008 and the designation of a new National Policy Statement.

Action Requested

The Secretary of State has extended the decision-making deadline for the A122 (Lower Thames Crossing), Associated British Ports' Immingham Eastern Ro-Ro Terminal, and London Luton Airport Expansion applications to 4 October 2024. The National Networks National Policy Statement is designated under section 5(1) of the Planning Act 2008.

Key Facts

  • A new deadline of 4 October 2024 has been set for decision-making on three applications.
  • Applications include A122 (Lower Thames Crossing), Associated British Ports' Immingham Eastern Ro-Ro Terminal, and London Luton Airport Expansion.
  • National Networks National Policy Statement was laid before Parliament on 6 March 2024 and designated on 24 May 2024 under section 5(1) of the Planning Act 2008.
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