Compulsory Purchase and Compensation

HL Deb 12 December 2001 vol 629 c220WA

Lord Wedderburn of Charlton

asked Her Majesty's Government:

Whether they will publish the consultation paper on compulsory purchase and compensation. [HL1977]

Lord Falconer of Thoroton

Following the fundamental review of compulsory purchase procedures and compensation, we are publishing today a consultation paper setting out our proposals for major changes to the way that the compulsory purchase and compensation system operates. Our objective is to make the system simpler, fairer and quicker. We will simplify the law, clarify the powers available for acquiring land for planning and regeneration purposes; speed up the confirmation process; ensure that implementation follows promptly once an order is confirmed; and provide a fairer basis for assessing compensation.