Yesterday both Alberto Costa, MP for South Leicestershire where the proposed Hinckley NRFI risks being built, and I spoke in a Westminster Hall debate about the impact this rail hub would have on our communities.
I was pleased to see the new Transport Secretary is 'minded to refuse' consent following the Planning Inspectorate's recommendation, but ask why the decision is being delayed rather than follow the Planning Inspector's recommendation of turning down the proposal.
It’s as clear to me as it is to the public that the consequences locally far outweigh any proposed national benefits, especially when considering the concerns around the information and the basis being used to justify the proposal.
You can see some highlights from our Westminster Hall debate here.
Alberto and I will be working to find out what further information the Transport Secretary is seeking.
