PLANNING

Truss to put planning 'power in local hands'

The Prime Minister has hinted she intends to strengthen the hand of councils in planning appeals.

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By Martin Ford | 08 September 2022

Prime Minister Liz Truss has hinted she intends to strengthen the hand of councils in planning appeals.

Responding to a question from Tory MP Peter Bottomley about protection for ‘green lungs,' Ms Truss suggested local authorities' priorities could be given more consideration by the Planning Inspectorate.

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