anti-democratic changes
Bromley Council has condemned government planning reforms as 'anti-democratic changes' that could undermine local democracy.
Bromley Council's Development Control Committee passed a motion in September 2026 condemning upcoming government reforms to the planning system, characterising them as 'anti-democratic changes'. The council stated these reforms could undermine local democracy and community involvement. These changes, set to take effect from October 31, 2026, will restrict the types of planning applications determined by committees.
The reforms will also limit the size of planning committees to a maximum of thirteen councillors. The Development Control Committee's motion specifically condemned the Labour Government for introducing these changes. No further council discussions or decisions on this topic are currently scheduled.
Key facts
- Bromley Council's Development Control Committee passed a motion condemning government planning reforms in September 2026. Source
- Government planning reforms are set to take effect from October 31, 2026. Source
- The reforms will limit planning committee sizes to a maximum of thirteen councillors. Source
- The reforms will restrict types of planning applications determined by committee. Source
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