Comment

Representation ID: 27540

Received: 24/03/2021

Respondent: E.M. Farming & Leisure Ltd

Agent: McLoughlin Planning

A Plan period of 2020-2038 is suggested, with the revised end date consistent with our suggestions from two (or so) years ago. Given that time has moved on EMFL considers that a cautious approach should be taken given the timetable has already slipped.

With adoption now expected in 2023, whilst the 2038 figure would give the 15 years recommended by the Framework (Para 22) it does not allow for any further slippage. EMFL suggest it would be prudent to consider extending the plan period further to 2040; the start date (for evidence etc) can be the same. Such changes will be consistent with the proposed revisions to the Framework as outlined above.