MP Speaks Out Against Housebuilding Allocations

Harborough’s MP has spoken out against plans that would allow more than 1,200 new homes to be built in the District every year – more than double the current agreed number.

The government’s proposed shake-up of the planning system favours developments in rural areas and would see housing allocations dictated by a government formula, instead of on a local level.

The Harborough District currently needs to build an average of 592 new homes a year.

Neil O’Brien told Hfm why he raised concerns in the House of Commons:

Harborough District Council has already raised its concerns about the proposals during a consultation by the government on the changes.