Councillor Roger Crouch

Councillor Roger Crouch described the changes as "another assault on democracy" and a further instance of devolution that diminishes the role of councillors and leaves residents without a voice. He expressed apprehension that centralising power within the hands of the director of planning and the chair of the planning committee was "dangerous and undemocratic." The councillor voiced concerns that centralising too much power in the hands of the director of planning and the chair of the planning committee, no matter how well-intentioned they are, is dangerous and undemocratic. He further questioned, "These proposals are undemocratic. Is this Council with limited opportunities for members and residents to ask question, How will the director and the chair be held accountable?" He believes these changes diminish councillors and leave residents voiceless and powerless.

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