Several newspapers have claimed changes to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) will make it easier for unauthorised Traveller developments to get planning permission. This is not correct. The claims have misinterpreted the policy and the important changes we have …
There has been widespread national coverage of the government’s announcement on reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), including new measures to support housing delivery around transport hubs and stronger protections for pubs. The Financial Times, The Sun and …
There has been widespread national, regional and broadcast coverage of the government’s announcement on improving Britain’s high streets. The Guardian, The Times, The Independent, The Daily Telegraph and The Financial Times, The i Paper, BBC News and Metro all ran pieces …
A HELPING HAND FOR OUR HIGH STREETS 🗣️ Today, the government is giving local people and councils a real say over what opens on their high street. 🏚️ Too many high streets have been taken over by endless vape shops, …
WHAT IS DEVOLUTION? 🏛️ Devolution is the transfer of power away from Whitehall and into the hands of local leaders, such as mayors. 📍 Right now, the UK is overcentralised, with too many decisions made in Whitehall instead of in …
This summer has brought some of our hottest days on record, increasing the risk of wildfires. Most wildfires in the UK are caused by human activity – from littering to leaving a campfire unattended. One small spark can quickly spread …
There has been widespread national, regional, trade and broadcast coverage of the government’s announcement on devolving a share of income tax revenue for mayors across England. BBC News Online, Financial Times, The I Paper andThe Guardian all run pieces noting that mayors …
There have been misleading claims reported in The Telegraph today saying that the government is planning an ‘£18bn tax raid’ through a council tax increase in England over the next few years. This is incorrect. It is for individual …
If you're concerned about rough sleeping in your area, the government has announced a new national drive to end long-term rough sleeping at the earliest opportunity, backed by an additional £340 million in funding. The investment will fund more homes and intensive support for …
There has been significant national, regional and trade coverage of the government’s announcement that it has taken the next steps to reform the feudal leasehold system. The government confirmed that it would progress with plans to improve transparency and ensure …
If you’re a leaseholder, new measures could mean you receive more information about your service charge, as well as greater protection from unfair, hidden costs. Today, the government has taken the next steps in delivering a fairer leasehold system, resulting …
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