National Planning Policy Framework

Tuesday 19th February 2019 Written Statements

[The Minister for Housing (Kit Malthouse)]

The national planning policy framework is fundamental to delivering the homes and other development that we need, achieving high-quality places and protecting our environment.

Last year we published a revised framework, which implemented a range of reforms to help make planning more predictable and transparent, drive up quality and support delivery.

A consultation on further updates to the framework and associated planning guidance ran from 26 October to 7 December 2018, and the Government are grateful to everyone who responded. Having considered those responses, we are making very minor changes to the text of the framework, which are reflected in an updated version being published today. A copy of the revised framework is available on the Department’s web site, alongside our response to the consultation.

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