Dorset CPRE response to Land Use Consultation

At the end of January the Government released a consultation on a Land Use Framework for England. CPRE has been calling for a Land Use Framework (LUF) for some time. A Framework is much needed in order to make joined up land use decisions, as we do not have enough land to fulfil all the functions that we require from it for example food production, environmental commitments, energy, natural habitats, housing and more.

If done well, the new framework could help us build new homes and infrastructure in the most suitable and strategic locations, support nature’s recovery, and help tackle the climate crisis. How it operates is critical. We discussed the LUF at our March Planning Group Meeting and our volunteers drafted a response which was submitted on 25th April.