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Written question asked by Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 8 April 2019, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 11 April 2019 (named day). It was answered by Heather Wheeler (Conservative) on Thursday, 11 April 2019 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.


Travellers: Oxfordshire

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, if he will make an assessment of the potential merits of providing legal encampments for members of the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities in Oxfordshire.

Answer

As Planning Policy for Traveller Sites makes clear, all local planning authorities should identify the need for traveller sites and ensure that appropriate provision is made for the travelling community. In a written statement of 6 February, HCWS1305 , The Secretary of State reminded councils of this requirement and of the need for joint-working to address traveller site provision where necessary.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
242264
Session
2017-19
Related items
Unauthorised development and encampments
Wednesday, 6 February 2019
Written statements
House of Commons
Subjects
Caravan sites Oxfordshire Travellers
Link
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