Laura Sharman 04 December 2020

Jenrick outlines fast track planning service for public buildings

Councils will have a legal duty to make decisions on new schools and hospitals within 10 weeks under reforms to the planning system.

Housing secretary, Robert Jenrick, has outlined plans for a new fast track for public service buildings including schools, colleges, universities, prisons and hospitals.

Under the reforms, it will also be easier to convert businesses premises into new homes to give high streets a new lease of life.

Jenrick said: 'The new fast track for public services makes it simpler and quicker to deliver the schools and hospitals we promised to build in our manifesto. We expect these vital buildings to be approved in weeks, not months and are reforming the planning system so it works for the NHS, our schools and other vital public services.

'Like the rest of the planning reforms, these changes will also help to protect and create thousands of jobs in the construction industry.'

SIGN UP
For your free daily news bulletin
Highways jobs

Service Manager, Children’s Homes Service

Durham County Council
Grade 16 £54,800 - £58,798 (Pay Award Pending). Potential earnings up to £61,298 per annum.
Lead with Purpose. Inspire Change. Transform Lives. Your Next Chapter Starts Here  Are you a visionary leader with a passion for making a lasting dif Spennymoor
Recuriter: Durham County Council

Home Care and Support Worker

Durham County Council
£12,395 - £12,996 p.a. (hourly rate of £12.85 rising to £13.47) -part-time Grade 4 PAY AWARD PENDING
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Extra Care services which are located at seven sites across the county located at Ouston, Consett, Seaham, Durham
Recuriter: Durham County Council

Business Analyst, Harrogate

North Yorkshire Council
£37,035-£45,718 per annum
Do you enjoy analysing problems, identifying opportunities, and delivering practical solutions? Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Recuriter: North Yorkshire Council

Business Analyst, Northallerton

North Yorkshire Council
£37,035-£45,718 per annum
Do you enjoy analysing problems, identifying opportunities, and delivering practical solutions? Northallerton, North Yorkshire
Recuriter: North Yorkshire Council

Business Analyst, Scarborough

North Yorkshire Council
£37,035-£45,718 per annum
Do you enjoy analysing problems, identifying opportunities, and delivering practical solutions? Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Recuriter: North Yorkshire Council
Linkedin Banner