§ Mr. DismoreTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what advice his190W Department gives to those appearing at lengthy planning inquiries, concerning their liability for costs in the event of the inquiry not proceeding as planned. [47985]
§ Mr. CabornNo specific advice is given by the Department or the Planning Inspectorate on this matter. All parties are expected to meet their own inquiry expenses regardless of the length of the inquiry and whether or not the inquiry proceeds as planned.