House Builders Association Newsletter 2025 – Issue 20

Several much welcomed amendments to the Planning and Infrastructure Bill have arrived to boost Labour's economic growth forecasts ahead of the budget. Speculation continues around other measures to boost planning that might come into force ahead of the budget such as a new 'Nature Bill' which is being drafted. We also report on a growing problem with planning processes involving unlawful objections to development from water companies.


Created: 20 October 2025
Last Reviewed: 20 October 2025

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Government announces “pro-growth package to get Britain building”

On 14 October the government announced a “pro-growth package” to support “the full potential of the landmark Planning and Infrastructure Bill”.

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