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Central Bedfordshire Council Adopts National Planning Rules

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Central Bedfordshire Council reluctantly adopts national planning rules.

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Decision made following strict directives and pressure from Westminster.

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Local leaders warn the move weakens community control over developments.

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Affects towns including Dunstable, Leighton Buzzard, and Biggleswade.

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