Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Stephen Metcalfe and Lord Barwell

Monday 16th January 2017 Commons Chamber

[Stephen Metcalfe (South Basildon and East Thurrock) (Con)]

While it may be true that Ministers have been in touch with councils directly hosting proposed new garden villages, they have not necessarily been in touch with neighbouring councils, which may be more affected by the proposals than those hosting the development. May I suggest that Ministers spread their nets a little wider when deciding which schemes to promote and, in my case, contact Basildon and Thurrock Councils as a matter of urgency?

[Gavin Barwell]

My hon. Friend has raised this issue with me outside the Chamber, and I will make sure that both he and the council have the information. The scheme has not yet gone through the planning systems; there will be every opportunity to address concerns.

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Stephen Metcalfe and Lord Barwell

Thursday 12th January 2012 Commons Chamber

[Gavin Barwell (Croydon Central) (Con)]

4. What steps she is taking to improve road infrastructure.

[Stephen Metcalfe (South Basildon and East Thurrock) (Con)]

10. What steps she is taking to improve road infrastructure.