- consultation launched on an updated framework for new major road, rail, and rail freight schemes, which incorporates latest environmental standards
- changes will help meet the country's environmental commitments and net zero ambitions, while strengthening connectivity and growing the economy
- government is also launching a review of the planning framework for major developments at ports around England
An updated framework with measures to protect the environment in new major road, rail, and rail freight schemes has been unveiled by the government today (14 March 2023).
The framework has been updated to reflect legislation set out in the Environment Act, which requires developers to recognise new environmental targets and sets out
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