Power and planning

You may recall that Government is looking to simplify planning regulation, thus making it easier for developers to gain permission for their developments.  At the same time there is a move to devolve 'power' from central Government to District and Parish Councils.  It therefore makes it all the more important for our local representatives to be well briefed on matters and able to respond to challenges when they arise, especially so when you read the following articles.

I'm sure the controversial Nocton Dairies' application is still fresh in villagers' minds and I believe the local community should not become too complacent.  It would not surprise me if a similar application were to emerge, once the changes in planning legislation have been approved.

UK ‘will lead way on sustainable intensification’

'FARMING Minister Jim Paice has pledged that the UK will lead the way in promoting the sustainable intensification model of food production.'

http://www.farmersguardian.com/home/arable/uk-‘will-lead-way-on-sustainable-intensification’/42644.article

New concerns over Foston pig farm proposal

'The Soil Association has renewed its calls for plans to build a 2500-sow pig farm to be scrapped after concerns were raised over the unit's impact on local residents' health.'

http://www.fwi.co.uk/Articles/01/11/2011/129822/New-concerns-over-Foston-pig-farm-proposal.htm

'Obnoxious' pig farm plan fails to win backing from councillors

'PLANS for an "obnoxious" pig farm in Foston have taken a blow after South Derbyshire councillors agreed to voice their objections to the scheme.'

http://www.thisisderbyshire.co.uk/Obnoxious-pig-farm-plan-fails-win-backing/story-13731331-detail/story.html

Powys 'super dairy' is set for approval

'Controversial plans for a "super dairy" in Powys are likely to be approved after councillors ignored advice to reject it.'

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-mid-wales-15522600
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