Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government:

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment he has made of the role heritage-led regeneration can play in supporting the renewal of town centres and local economic growth.

National planning policy is clear about the positive contribution that the conservation of heritage assets can make to sustainable communities, including their economic viability.

Between 16 December 2025 and 10 March 2026, we consulted on a new National Planning Policy Framework. That consultation, which can be found on gov.uk here, included proposals relating to the conservation of the historic environment. We are currently analysing the feedback received and will publish our response in due course.

The government’s Pride in Place programme will support projects across the country, including celebrating the heritage of local areas.