Supported the hon. Lady's arguments and expressed concern about a lack of local plan in her constituency leading to long waiting lists for social housing. She focused on a planning application in Willingdon, East Sussex, highlighting the need for reform due to speculative development and lack of local plans. She raised concerns about the loss of green space, potential flooding issues, road safety, and the chilling effect on local government bodies due to legal costs. She urged the Minister to meet her and consider levelling up VAT policies.

Chris Matheson expressed concerns over the development of green-belt land, particularly in flood-prone areas like Sealand Road. He highlighted that local councils often oppose such developments but are overruled on appeal by speculators and the Government. Matheson also noted a difference between planning regulations in England and Wales regarding surface water management and argued for changes to ensure developers build suitable drainage systems.

Damian Hinds highlighted the importance of distinguishing between green-belt and greenfield sites, noting that his constituents were among the top ten in signing an e-petition on this issue. He argued for prioritising brownfield sites over greenfield development due to population growth. The MP noted a unique situation in East Hampshire with 57% within a national park boundary which restricts housing developments outside it, leading to significant pressure on areas like Alton and Four Marks. Hinds also questioned the status of 'Planning for the Future' proposals regarding land constraints and sought clarity on the 'more flexible alignment test'.

I congratulate the hon. Member for Coventry North West on securing the debate. South Staffordshire residents have shown significant concern about protecting the green belt by signing a petition. The Government's lack of clarity in their approach to the duty to co-operate is putting pressure on local authorities, particularly those near large urban areas. Local authorities require clarification regarding the replacement for the duty to co-operate or its abolition to proceed with local plans effectively. Urgent action is needed to protect green belt land and ensure that housing development aligns more appropriately with brownfield sites and inner cities. Correcting Maria Caulfield's statement that green-belt designation includes previously developed land such as petrol stations or industrial areas. It does not; the designation applies only to undeveloped land.

Commended the hon. Lady for securing the debate, highlighting the need for a balance between urban and rural development that respects community input and planning flexibility.

Does my right hon. Friend agree that coupled with the uncertainty regarding the five-year land supply, there is a need for urgent clarification? He asked if the Minister would give way, then stated that 10,000 houses are being built on green-belt land in his constituency, suggesting this was not an exceptional circumstance but rather a disregard for green-belt policy.

Margaret Greenwood discussed the concerns of her constituents in Wirral about proposed developments on green-belt land. She mentioned plans by Leverhulme Estate to build up to 790 homes across three sites and another proposal for up to 190 homes from Richborough Estates, both of which face local opposition. Greenwood cited a CPRE report indicating that 42% of applications were approved between 2009-10 and 2019-20, leading to over 50,000 housing units being built on green-belt land. She expressed worry about the Levelling-up and Regeneration Bill potentially weakening protections for green belts. She referred back to the countryside charity CPRE's research, which examined a 10-year period of green-belt land releases and found that about 41% of applications to build on the green belt had been approved. She questioned whether the protections were sufficient.

In the Lewes constituency, a good system was in place with local and neighbourhood plans delivering housing numbers. However, since 2019 when the Lib Dems-Greens took over the district council, the local plan became outdated, leading to an influx of development applications from developers targeting greenfield sites. The housing being built is not affordable for locals at £400,000 or £500,000 and does not cater to downsizing or starter homes. Maria calls for clarity on the brownfield first strategy, forcing councils to have local plans in place, addressing inaccurate housing numbers, supporting local planning authorities, and revamping outdated local plans within months.

Mr. Pawsey highlighted a significant increase in housing development from 2,794 to 3,558 homes in the village of Bulkington due to an MOU between councils. He asked for a moratorium on strategic site approvals and criticised Labour-led Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council for declassifying green belt land without opposition from Conservative councillors at the time.

He highlighted the pressure on green land around Reading and Woodley, noting that Reading does not have a green belt but has significant protected sites nearby. He criticized speculative developers for attempting to build executive homes in inappropriate areas, which could lead to increased traffic and harm residents' wellbeing. Rodda also stressed the importance of preserving historic streets within towns and maintaining brownfield redevelopment over greenfield development.

Mr. Pennycook congratulated the Member for Coventry North West on securing a debate about green-belt development and highlighted the complex issues surrounding housing growth in the absence of effective sub-regional frameworks. He argued against misconceptions that all green belt land is pristine and suggested a nuanced approach to managing the green belt, balancing its preservation with addressing housing needs. He requested that the Minister give way twice. Highlighted concerns about parts of the green belt lacking aesthetic quality, suggesting exceptions should be made where necessary. Advocated for local decision-making on these issues.

Expressed concern over 2,000 units being built on green-belt land in Weaver Vale by Homes England, questioning contradictions within the national planning framework regarding greenbelt liberalisation.

Concerned about the misuse of brownfield sites for high-priced investor units and student accommodation, rather than homes for local families. Cited CPRE estimates that over 26,000 hectares of UK brownfield land are available for development but saw a significant decrease in residential use between 2006-2016 while greenbelt land usage increased drastically. Maskell briefly intervened to ask for clarification, but her exact words were not recorded in the provided transcript.