§ Mr. HobanTo ask the Deputy Prime Minister through what mechanism he may require reserve housing development sites to be released for building. [154831]
§ Keith HillIt is premature for my right hon. Friend the Deputy Prime Minister to consider how to require the release of reserve housing sites at this time. In general my right hon. Friend the Deputy Prime Minister has powers to modify or call-in development plans, and is responsible for deciding planning application appeals. In relation to Hampshire, my right hon. Friend the Deputy Prime Minister will decide what further action, if any, is necessary following the decision of the Joint Advisory Panel on 10 March.