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Planning is a statutory process governed by the Town and
Country Planning Act 1990.
The county council, Medway Council and borough and district
councils all have a statutory duty to carry out proscribed planning
functions.
The implementation of the Planning Act is supported by
instruments and circulars issued by central government. Government
also provides guidance to assist councils with their duty.
The planning system is currently undergoing change as government
moves to enhance the regional role of planning in our society.
Recent legislation such as the Local Government Bill and the
Compulsory Purchase and Planning Bill has affected the role of the
county council.
For more information on planning legislation visit the
Communities and Local Government website (opens
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