Why is the application being rushed through, with some assessments, such as health, still only in draft form?

The developments in the areas have been stalled for a number of years. The current proposals have been developed over an 18 months period involving extensive consultation and engagement with key partners and stakeholders.

Further engagement is taking place during the planning process, with no decision anticipated until after July 2021. All reports have been completed and where further work is required this will be undertaken as part of the application assessment period over the coming months.