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'Balancing interests' key to planning

Chris Thomas MHK

Consultation comprising 55 questions is launched

It’s hoped a public consultation will lead to Island planning becoming less controversial.

Certainly, that’s the wish of the Policy and Reform Minister.

Government wants to shape a new structure to address failings in the current system, respond to building needs and protect the environment.

Chris Thomas says it will always be about balancing competing interests.

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