Going for gold! T
his year we will be applying for Gold Award status within the Armed Forces Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
The scheme recognises organisations who pledge, demonstrate and advocate their support for the Armed Forces Community. Breckland Council is the only District Council that provides £5000 of funding each year to the Armed Forces Covenant in Norfolk. If you are a member of the Armed Forces Community visit www.breckland.gov.uk/armed-forces-community to find out how we can support you.
New Local Plan in development I
n November 2021 it was agreed that work would commence on updating the current Breckland Local Plan.
What is a Local Plan? Local Plans are used to help decide on planning applications and other planning related decisions. In effect, they are the local guide to what can be built where, shaping infrastructure investments and determining the future pattern of development in the district. The current Local Plan is used daily by our Planning Committee and Officers to make informed decisions controlling development proposals within the district.
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Our existing plan remains in place and in use, but we are required by law to review it and keep it up to date. The new version will be produced after consultation with local communities and other interested parties, so look out for opportunities to get involved in shaping the district! For more information visit www.breckland.gov.uk/local-plan-review
