Written question asked by Lord Jones of Cheltenham (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 19 July 2021, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 2 August 2021. It was answered by Lord Greenhalgh (Conservative) on Wednesday, 28 July 2021 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.

Sand: Compton Bassett

Question: To ask Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the proposal for a sand extraction quarry in the conservation area of Compton Bassett; and what plans they have to give local residents more powers to oppose such planning applications.

Answer: This proposal was considered by Wiltshire Council's strategic planning committee on 14 July. Government policy is that local planning authorities should, in general, be free to carry out their duties with regard to day-to-day planning control in their areas with the minimum of interference. Our proposed planning reforms will deliver a simpler, faster, more transparent process, giving communities certainty over what development is permitted through clear land allocations in local plans.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: HL2156
Session: 2021-22
Subjects: Conservation areas Planning permission Quarrying Sand Compton Bassett
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk