2. It creates better places. Well planned areas (good design, space for nature etc.) create more wealth than poorly planned places. 2/
6. The outcomes the planning system delivers - particularly the environmental outcomes and protection of countryside - are popular. 5/
Much of this sorry tale is set out in my book, How to build houses and save the countryside. It's short, readable & there are one or two copies left. Go on, treat yourself: bit.ly/2CdD8GK 8/8