Planning news – 24 June 2021

Government promises a ‘nature positive’ future
The UK Government has committed itself to creating a ‘nature positive’ future as part of its response to the Dasgupta Review, which was published in February 2021.
Laura Edgar, The Planner

Regeneration masterplan adopted in West Midlands town
Birmingham City Council has adopted a masterplan that is intended to regenerate the town centre of Sutton Coldfield.
Laura Edgar, The Planner

Community group awarded cash for NDO
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has awarded Arches Chatham Neighbourhood Forum (ACNF) a sum of £50,000 in funding to go towards the creation of one England’s first neighbourhood development orders (NDO).
Laura Edgar, The Planner

New Welsh Government announces ‘green’ programme
Welsh First Minister Mark Drakeford this week set out his administration’s programme for the next five years – one which is stacked with green commitments.
Roger Milne, The Planner

Mixed-tenure development approved in Telford
Telford and Wrekin Council has granted planning permission for a 329-home mixed-tenure development on a 14.85-hectare brownfield site off Donnington Wood Way in Telford.
Laura Edgar, The Planner

News round-up
• Sedbergh homes approved
• Views sought on Fareham’s revised plan
• Lichfield plans under the spotlight
• Council permits Saltash development
• Homes to be built on golf course near Coventry
• Medical centre to be increased as part of Southwark development
Laura Edgar, The Planner