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Written question asked by Andrew Selous (Conservative) on Wednesday, 24 April 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 26 April 2024. It was answered by Robbie Moore (Conservative) on Thursday, 2 May 2024 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Rivers: Sewage

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether planning authorities are required to undertake checks to prevent the discharge of sewage or dirty mains water into rivers from individual (a) residential and (b) commercial properties.

Answer

The National Planning Policy Framework outlines the expectations for water-compatible development, which should make sufficient provision for water supply and pumping stations, wastewater, waste management and flood control infrastructure.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
23437
Session
2023-24
Subjects
Sewage Rivers
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk