community well-being
Hackney Council is integrating community well-being into its new Local Plan, with the timetable published in July 2026.
Hackney Council published the timetable for its new Local Plan in July 2026, following approval by the Cabinet in June 2026. This plan will guide development for the next 10 to 15 years, addressing key strategic topics including community well-being, housing, employment, and transport. The initiative formally commenced with this publication.
The development of the new Local Plan is part of national planning reforms brought into force in March 2026, aiming for completion within 30 months. Community well-being refers to the overall health, happiness, and prosperity of a community, encompassing social, economic, and environmental factors.
Key facts
- Hackney Council published the timetable for its new Local Plan in July 2026. Source
- Hackney's Cabinet approved the new Local Plan timetable on June 29, 2026. Source
- The new Local Plan will guide development across the borough for 10 to 15 years. Source
- New national planning reforms came into force in March 2026. Source
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