Planning for solar farms
This briefing covers planning policy for solar farms in England and the devolved administrations and commentary on the use of agricultural land for solar farms.
Reform of the standard method for assessing local housing need
A Westminster Hall debate on reform of the standard method for assessing local housing need is scheduled for 2.30pm on Tuesday 13 May 2025. The debate will be opened by John Milne MP.
Debate on flooding and planning and developer responsibilities
A Westminster Hall debate has been scheduled for 4.30pm on 13 May on flooding and planning and developer responsibilities. The debate will be opened by George Freeman MP.
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Research Briefing
High Speed Rail (Crewe – Manchester) Bill 2024-25
The government has reintroduced the High Speed Rail (Crewe - Manchester) Bill and intends to repurpose this for Northern Powerhouse Rail.
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Research Briefing
Planning and Infrastructure Bill 2024-25
The Planning and Infrastructure Bill 2024-2025 had its First Reading in the House of Commons on 11 March 2025. Second Reading is scheduled for 24 March 2025. The Bill, and its Explanatory Notes, can be found on the Parliamentary website.
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Debate Pack
Debate on the role of water companies in new housing development planning
A Westminster Hall debate on the role of water companies in new housing development planning has been scheduled for 2.30pm on 12 March. The debate will be opened by Helen Morgan MP.
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Debate Pack
The cultural heritage of market towns
There will be a Westminster Hall debate on the cultural heritage of market towns on 4 March 2025. The debate will be opened by Mr Bayo Alaba MP.
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Research Briefing
Heathrow airport expansion: 2025 proposals
In January 2025 the government invited Heathrow airport to bring forward proposals for a third runway. The airport has said it plans to do so by summer 2025.
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Debate Pack
Debate on housing targets in rural areas
A debate has been scheduled in Westminster Hall for 2.30pm on 29 January on housing targets in rural areas. The debate will be opened by Damian Hinds MP.
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Research Briefing
New Homes (Solar Generation) Bill 2024-25
The New Homes (Solar Generation) Bill 2024-25 has its second reading on 17 January 2025. This Library briefing provides an overview of the bill and key areas of debate.