Proceeding contribution from Lord Greaves (Liberal Democrat) in the House of Lords on Monday, 20 June 2011. It occurred during Committee of the Whole House (HL) and Debate on bill on Localism Bill.
Localism Bill
4: After Clause 1, insert the following new Clause— ““Objective of the general power (1) A local authority shall exercise the power conferred by section 1 with the objective of achieving sustainable development. (2) In this section ““sustainable development”” means development that meets the social, economic and environmental needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs including the application of the following principles— (a) living within environmental limits, (b) ensuring a strong, healthy and just society, (c) achieving a sustainable economy, (d) promoting good governance, and (e) using sound science responsibly.””
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- Proceeding contribution
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- 728 c1068
- Session
- 2010-12
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- House of Lords chamber
- Subjects
- Devolved matters Community development Devolution Council tax Contracts for services Fees and charges Land Legislative competence Legislation Fire and rescue services Local government Ministerial powers Public transport Referendums Local government services Parish and town councils Passenger transport executives Recreation spaces Parks Sustainable development Wales Rights of way Rescue services Mayors
- Legislation
- Localism Bill 2010-12
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