Laurence Robertson MP is opposed to inappropriate development and especially when it is on Green Belt land or in flood risk areas. 

With regard to this development,  Laurence has submitted objections to both Tewkesbury and Wychavon councils and his comments are being considered alongside those from members of the public as part of the process. As the application has now gone to Appeal, all objections are passed to the Inspector and will be considered by them. 

There is an emphasis on building more houses, but it is important to make sure that they are in the right places. The government is reviewing its planning guidance and Laurence is engaging with the relevant Ministers to try to help get it right for the future. He is asking questions about the status of Neighbourhood Plans and pushing for a standard methodology for calculating land supply be established. Some new developments are causing issues with the drainage and infrastructure to existing properties within the constituency so Laurence also raised with the previous Prime Minister the issue of ensuring that there is enough drainage capacity in place before developments are started and he is following this up.  

When an application is submitted, The borough councillors are well placed to raise concerns because they are permitted to speak with the officers (for TBC applications) and can make representations on behalf of constituents. I know your local councillors are already aware of this application and are engaging with residents with regards to steps that they may be able to make.