Chris Seeks Clarity On Mitigation Factors For Phosphates

WQ Phosphates 30Nov23

Chris Seeks Clarity On Mitigation Factors For Phosphates

Photo of Christopher ChopeChristopher Chope Conservative, Christchurch

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what mitigation measures are available to developers of brownfield land who have been affected by the ban on phosphates in central Christchurch.

Photo of Robbie MooreRobbie Moore The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

There are currently two parties operating phosphate credit schemes in the River Avon catchment. These are available directly to local developers within Christchurch, which is now a part of the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole council (BCP) area. Natural England continues to work closely and positively with the local authorities affected and suppliers of phosphate credits.

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