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Mayors to get powers to overrule local councils on planning decisions
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Housing minister Matthew Pennycook announced that mayors would gain powers to overrule local councils on planning decisions. Pennycook said the change was "essential" for helping mayors "effectively deliver new homes". The announcement came as part of efforts to increase housing development authority.
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