Is building on green belt land going to be the future? The consultation on the White Paper regarding revisions to the planning regulations is open until 29 October 2020. The documentation and consultation online can be accessed via the following links: Planning-for-the-future Consultation The Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE) is protesting to the Government about some elements of the proposals. Visit their website for more information: www.cpre.org.uk There are a number of concerns, such as how those without internet access will be able to engage with planning proposals in future. Development of brownfield sites is mentioned but there is no emphasis on prioritising those before considering other land. As it is, the planning process and Local Plans are a mystery to the majority of the population. They are made so complex as to exclude many people from even attempting to engage and respond to consultations. The White Paper does not recommend making them more accessible to local people by simplifying documentation and providing clear overview summaries which most people will understand. The rhetoric of stating that the aim is to promote more engagement is pointless unless steps are taken to ensure there is more opportunity for people to engage. Margot Rohan Secretary and Trustee
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