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Protecting Hanham's Green Belt: Update on The Batch Appeal Hearing
"The Batch" at Hanham, South Gloucestershire Hanham District Green Belt Conservation Society stands firmly with South Gloucestershire...

Hanham Green Belt
May 313 min read
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The Batch Appeal: Watch the Hearing Online
South Gloucestershire Council Offices, Badminton Road, Yate The Appeal Hearing for "The Batch" in Hanham is currently taking place at...

Hanham Green Belt
May 81 min read
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Thank You for Standing Up for Hanham’s Green Belt
Land at Castle Farm Road, Hanham - known locally as "The Batch" Hanham District Green Belt Conservation Society would like to thank all...

Hanham Green Belt
Apr 142 min read
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Residents Rally to Protect "The Batch" from Green Belt Development
150 Residents and Supporters Protesting to Save "The Batch" in Hanham from Development On Sunday, 9th March 2025 , 150 local residents...

Hanham Green Belt
Mar 112 min read
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Act Now to Save "The Batch": Deadline 10th March 2025
cherished Green Belt land in Hanham faces an imminent threat as developers Ashfield Land Ltd and Redrow Homes Ltd have launched an appeal

Hanham Green Belt
Mar 23 min read
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WECA Mayoral Candidate visits "The Batch"
Mr. Smith acknowledged the significant personal impact such developments can have on residents

Hanham Green Belt
Feb 182 min read
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South Gloucestershire Council Votes to Progress New Local Plan Despite Public Concerns
As expected, the vote to progress the Local Plan to the consultation stage was divided along party lines, and the motion passed.

Hanham Green Belt
Feb 132 min read
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New Local Plan moves to next stage: The Batch and Castle Inn Farm are still included
Alan Jones, HDGBCS addressing SGC Cabinet on 03-02-2025 On Monday 3rd February 2025, South Gloucestershire Council Cabinet met to...

Hanham Green Belt
Feb 42 min read
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Critical Update: South Gloucestershire's New Local Plan Timeline Confirmed
The Council has now established a clear timeline for the Plan's next stages, with several key dates that all residents should note:

Hanham Green Belt
Dec 29, 20242 min read
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Preserving Hanham's Green Belt: Why Proposed Development Sites Fail the Sustainability Test
The National Planning Policy Framework, updated on 12-12-2024, emphasises sustainable development as the cornerstone of the planning system

Hanham Green Belt
Dec 20, 20243 min read
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Protecting Our Green Belt: New National Planning Policy Framework Implications
"The Batch" in Hanham, South Gloucestershire The updated National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), published on 12th December 2024,...

Hanham Green Belt
Dec 16, 20242 min read
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Protecting Hanham’s Green Belt: A Call to Action Against Proposed Developments
Land at Castle Inn Farm, Hanham Hanham District Green Belt Conservation Society strongly opposes the inclusion of three Green Belt...

Hanham Green Belt
Dec 15, 20243 min read
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The Battle for Hanham's Green Belt Continues: What You Need to Know
There are three crucial developments still unfolding that could impact the future of Hanham’s Green Belt.

Hanham Green Belt
Dec 7, 20242 min read
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The Society's AGM features in "The Week In"
https://www.theweekin.co.uk/news/planning/131167/

Hanham Green Belt
Nov 24, 20241 min read
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NPPF Consultation: How the proposed changes will affect the Green Belt
The UK government is proposing changes to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) which could significantly impact the Green Belt...

Hanham Green Belt
Oct 1, 20243 min read
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What to Expect When Developers Appeal a Local Council’s Decision to Refuse Planning Permission for a Development on Green Belt Land
When a firm of developers appeals a local council’s decision to refuse an outline planning application, particularly for building on...

Hanham Green Belt
Sep 29, 20244 min read
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HDGBCS Response to the "Proposed reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework and other changes to the planning system" Consultation
we are most concerned at the proposed revisions to the National Planning Framework

Hanham Green Belt
Sep 27, 20242 min read
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Hanham District Green Belt Conservation Society – Membership Renewal Invitation
Dear Members and Prospective Supporters, As we approach another crucial year for our cherished Green Belt, we invite you to renew your...

Hanham Green Belt
Sep 23, 20242 min read
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Why land at Castle Inn Farm, Hanham, should be Removed from South Gloucestershire Council's New Local Plan
The proposal poses significant risks to the local environment, heritage, infrastructure, and quality of life for the residents of Hanham.

Hanham Green Belt
Sep 18, 20246 min read
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The Society's Response to SGC's Regulation 18 - Local Plan Topic Paper for Housing Land Supply and Bristol Unmet Need
This Consultation document has been prepared on the basis of "plugging" an undefined housing need.

Hanham Green Belt
Sep 12, 20245 min read
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