Upper Weald News Today

Proposals to build additional homes in Alderholt would double the size of the Dorset village and kill the community, residents said as they staged a mock funeral in protest.

Andrew Selous, who represents South West Bedfordshire, said GP surgeries cannot cope with the sheer number of people moving into huge developments in his constituency.

Michael Goves Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill will legalise street votes on loft conversions, conservatories and extensions, which would be approved as long as a third of locals dont object.

No10 contradicted Michael Gove after he played down the target - admitting it could be out of reach because a planning shake-up has been watered down to appease angry Tories.

Planning reforms designed to help the government hit its target of 340,000 new homes a year are still expected to be a significant factor at local elections next month.