Archive for August 2015

Localism in action

NP3I am delighted that South Cambridgeshire District Council agreed this morning to the Neighbourhood Plan for the full parish of Waterbeach.

The Planning Portfolio Holder (decision maker) Councillor Turner commented on the good number and passionate responses to the consultation from the local community plus the barrage of lobbying from myself (especially) and my fellow District Councillor.

I cannot underline the significance of Localism Act in 2011 bringing forward the Neighbourhood Plan concept for communities like ours.

It will mean for instance; more funding (an extra 10% of CIL money), have legal force over non strategic elements of the local plan and give us a much greater say in shaping our community in areas such as planning and transport.

This really is a good day for our village and I commend the Parish Council and residents for their efforts.

It also demonstrates joined up Government, with legislation being passed nationally that local government works together to bring forward for the good of local residents.