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Planning changes for London and for Local Plans

Published On: 6th December 2025

Government Chief Planner, Joanna Averley, issued another update on producing Local Plans, and next steps regarding planning measures for London.

The Local Plan changes, as set out in the Levelling-up and Regeneration Act 2023, are explained here. There is guidance for LPAs and a statement by Mathew Pennycook MP.

There are two consultations for London, one on temporary relief from CIL and another on removal of elements of LPG guidance that can constrain density.

London Forum’s members should respond to those and send a copy to planning@londonforum.org.uk

Comments by lawyer Nicola Gooch are here.

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