The FoL has been contacted by Civic Voice and invited to participate in a survey concerning the NPPF.
| Dear Diana, In the wake of the King’s Speech and recent headlines about the new Government’s planning reforms a widespread debate has emerged. Given the extensive feedback we’ve received, Civic Voice is conducting a crucial survey to gather insights from civic societies and communities across England. Input from groups such as The Friends of Lewes is essential as we evaluate your familiarity with these reforms and your potential thoughts on their potential impact on towns, villages, and cities across the UK. The findings will be shared with the new Housing Minister, Matthew Pennycock MP. Key Survey Questions include: Do you believe these planning reforms will effectively “get Britain building again” and deliver 1.5 million new homes by 2029? Do you perceive a housing crisis in the UK? Please explain your thinking. How would new homes and housing benefit your local area? How can we ensure that civic societies are seen as part of the solution to local issues, rather than as a NIMBY movement? How can we challenge this perception? Would you be interested in attending further discussions to help shape Civic Voice’s response to the National Planning Policy Framework consultation This survey marks the first phase of Civic Voice’s initiative to support communities. We will be organising further briefings, webinars, and dedicated events to foster continued engagement and provide updates. Civic Voice members should keep in touch with Civic Voice and check our dedicated emails for information. Why Your Response Matters We need as many civic organisations to respond as possible, as we will be using the information to inform our work with the APPG for Civic Societies. Your feedback is vital in shaping public sentiment and guiding ongoing discussions about these crucial reforms. We will be writing with more information on how you can help the APPG soon. Additionally, we encourage civic societies and community groups to discuss these issues locally to widen engagement on the proposals. If you require any further information about the proposals, please do get in touch. Best wishes, Martin Hamilton Chair of Civic Voice |
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