# Mayors to get powers to overrule local councils on planning decisions

- Published: 2026-08-23T10:02:23Z
- Updated: 2026-08-23T21:56:34Z
- Section: Breaking
- Language: English (en)
- Source: BBC News — https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cy8m0gxexl4o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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Housing minister Matthew Pennycook said the change was "essential" for helping mayors "effectively deliver new homes".

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