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Written question asked by Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 23 February 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 25 February 2026. It was answered by Matthew Pennycook (Labour) on Tuesday, 3 March 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.


Housing: Construction

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what discussions the Department has had with Teignbridge District Council regarding the application of national environmental policy frameworks to the NA3 allocation affecting Wolborough Fen.

Answer

Due to the quasi-judicial role of MHCLG Ministers in the planning system, neither the Secretary of State nor I are able to comment on the details of specific planning proposals, including discussing them with the relevant local planning authority.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
115109
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Construction Housing Planning permission Sites of special scientific interest Newton Abbot
Link
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