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Representation ID: 5644

Received: 07/09/2021

Respondent: Mr Phillip Yockney

I believe that dependence on new settlements is a risky strategy as they are inevitably built out towards the end of the plan period, and potentially beyond and therefore we do not believe there should be too much dependence on large new settlements Where new settlements are to be built we believe they should be within walking distance of sustainable transport options ie. Little Barford.

Bedford Borough Council are considering new settlements and their plan has not yet reached the regulation 19 stage so if they do consider new settlements they should be planning at least 30 years ahead according to the NPPF.