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Labour promises ‘seismic reforms’ as it introduces major planning Bill

The Government has promised to build 1.5 million new homes by the next election.



Labour's Planning and Infrastructure Bill proposes "seismic reforms" to the planning system, aiming to streamline the process, change environmental obligations for developers, and provide communities near new electricity pylons with energy bill discounts. The Bill aims to help deliver 1.5 million homes and make decisions on 150 major infrastructure projects, with changes to decision-making processes, increased planning fees for councils, and a crackdown on legal challenges. While housebuilders welcome the proposals, concerns exist regarding the proposed changes to environmental rules. Consultation will be needed to determine details, including the bill discount scheme and which decisions will be made by planning officers rather than councillors.

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