NALC seeks views on the government’s NPPF consultation

The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) is seeking views from local (parish and town) councils and county associations of local councils (CALCs) on the government’s proposed reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) and other changes to the planning system.

The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government has published a consultation seeking views on its proposed approach to revising the NPPF in order to achieve sustainable growth in the planning system. The consultation also includes wider policy proposals in relation to increasing planning fees, local plan intervention criteria and appropriate thresholds for certain Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects.

To help inform the development of a submission to the government on the consultation, NALC has launched its own online survey to gather views and insights from local councils and CALCs.

The online survey is part of wider work by NALC to promote and support local councils in the proposed planning reforms. This will include engagement with government ministers, officials and key stakeholders, dedicated meetings and events, and further briefings and updates.

You can respond to NALC’s online survey here, closing date is 9 September 2024 at 12.00 noon.