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National Parks: Planning

Asked by James MacClearyLiberal DemocratMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 16 January 2025UIN 23659

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To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether the local government reorganisation plans will include provision on (a) planning responsibilities held by the South Downs National Park Authority for Lewes and (b) other National Parks.

Answered by Matthew Pennycook

The government’s proposals for local government reorganisation will not change the planning responsibilities held by the South Downs Park Authority or any other national park. National Park authorities will remain the local planning authority for their areas.

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