Clause 2
Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Bill [Lords]
12:30 pm
Rosie Winterton (Minister of State (Pensions Reform; Minister for Yorkshire and Humber), Department for Work and Pensions; Doncaster Central, Labour)
Once again, this has been a lively debate. I shall cover as many of the issues that were raised as I can.
Local authorities’ role as strategic landlords is covered in clause 1. Planning is the responsibility of local authorities and is therefore covered by clause 1. The Homes and Communities Agency is referred to in clause 2(2)(b).