Where can I learn more about planning issues?

• The Planning Portal - your one-stop-shop for planning and building services online - www.planningportal.gov.uk

How can I influence 'the powers that be' with regards planning & housing issues?

Central Beds Council Development Control

• To View Planning Applications Online - Central Beds Council - www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/planning/view-comment/applications.aspx
• Communicate your views in person - Speak for up to 3 minutes (for or against an application) at a Central Beds Council Development Control Meeting
• Communicate your views via post or email - to your Ward Councillor

Ampthill Town Council Planning Committee

Planning Meetings are generally held at Ampthill Town Council on a Wednesday at 7.30pm when enough planning applications warrant a meeting. Look out for notices posted in the Town Council notice boards. The Town Council make recommendations to Mid Beds District Council regarding planning applications connected with the town.

• View Planning Applications - In addition, you can view planning applications by visiting the offices of the council at 66 Dunstable Street. Contact Assistant Town Clerk, Donna Searle for more details on 01525 404355.
• Communicate your views in person - Like Central Beds Council Council you can address the Planning Committee for up to 3 minutes, whether for or against a planning application. Contact Assistant Town Clerk, Donna Searle to register your intention to speak on 01525 404355.
• Communicate your views via post or email - to Assistant Town Clerk, Donna Searle, Ampthill Town Council, 66 Dunstable Street, Ampthill, Beds, MK45 2JS at d.searle@ampthilltowncouncil.org.uk or to your local town councillors - visit Town Council Webpage for contact details.