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Written question asked by Ben Maguire (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 13 January 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 15 January 2026. It was answered by Matthew Pennycook (Labour) on Tuesday, 20 January 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.


Playing Fields and Sportsgrounds: Planning Permission

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what steps his Department is taking to ensure that local communities do not lose access to playing fields and sports facilities as a result of changes to the planning system.

Answer

I refer the hon. Member to the answer given to Question UIN 103087 on 13 January 2026.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
105459
Session
2024-26
Related items
Sport England: Planning Permission
Tuesday, 13 January 2026
Written questions
House of Commons
Grouped for answer
Yes
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Planning permission Playing fields Sportsgrounds
Link
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