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Industry reacts to new planning proposals which aim to prioritise farm builds and rural business

However, concerns voiced for Green Belt and BNG as former Defra Secretary Steve Reed unveils policy consultation

Jane Thynne
Head of News and Business
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New planning guidelines could make building on farm easier
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New planning guidelines could make building on farm easier

A new consultation on proposals to streamline planning rules and boost rural business has been launched by the Government. The Minister for Housing, Communities and Local Government Steve Reed - formerly...

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