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Written question asked by Richard Holden (Conservative) on Friday, 6 February 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 12 February 2026 (named day). It was answered by Keir Mather (Labour) on Thursday, 12 February 2026 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Ports: National Policy Statements

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, with reference to paragraph 4.3.2 of the draft National Policy Statement for Ports, what guidance will be available to decision-makers to support their interpretation of the terms compensation for as a last resort; and what guidance will be provided on the scale and proportionality of any compensation required.

Answer

The Government provides guidance on Habitats Regulations Assessments, including compensatory measures, from time to time. We are considering the Transport Committee’s report and responses to the consultation and will shortly lay a final text of the NPSP alongside a response to the Committee.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
111445
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Compensation Ports National policy statements
Link
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