HC Deb 14 May 1984 vol 60 c38W
Mr. Soames

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will introduce legislation removing the right of country councils to grant themselves planning permission; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Macfarlane

I am aware that there is some concern about aspects of the Town and Country Planning General Regulations, but there are at present no proposals for their amendment.