National Planning Policy Framework

Calls for “destructive and unnecessary” local plan to be paused after national planning policy change

Bedford's Local Plan 2040 has become the subject of controversy with less than a week until local elections, with Conservative Councillors calling on Bedford Borough's elected mayor...

Despite concerns, 95 new homes approved in Great Denham

Plans for 95 new homes in Great Denham have been approved, despite concerns over the use of parking courtyards. Parish councillor Louise Evans told the planning...

Councillor tells meeting that national planning rules are too “developer-led”

National planning rules are preventing Bedford councillors from refusing unwelcome developments, a meeting heard. The planning processes that have to be followed by Bedford...

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