Brokenshire

Called in: Jenrick approves Croydon towers following High Court ruling

10.07.2020

Matt Moody

Brokenshire | called-in decision | Design | high court | London | Planning Law | quashed decision | tall building

The housing secretary Robert Jenrick has approved one eight and one 17-storey tower in Purley, after his predecessor James Brokenshire’s decision to refuse permission against the advice of his inspector was...
Appeal: Brokenshire rejects appeal for Wakefield housing scheme

16.07.2018

Huw Morris

Brokenshire | Housing | North East | Wakefield

The housing secretary has backed an inspector’s decision to dismiss an appeal and refuse outline planning permission for a housing scheme in Wakefield.
Appeal: Housing secretary rejects Wetherby appeal on sustainability grounds

16.07.2018

Huw Morris

Brokenshire | Housing | Infrastructure - Transport | Leeds | North East

Housing secretary James Brokenshire has refused an appeal for a major mixed-use scheme in Wetherby in West Yorkshire, citing concerns about its sustainability.