Department For Transport
May 24
14:32
2024
Status of National Networks National Policy Statement
This National Networks National Policy Statement (NNNPS) was designated 24 May 2024.
This NNNPS has effect for any applications for development consent accepted for examination after24 May 2024.
The2015 NNNPShas effect for any applications for development consent accepted for examination prior to24 May 2024.
The National Networks National Policy Statement (NNNPS) sets out:
- the need for development of nationally significant road, rail and strategic rail freight interchange projects
- how applications for national network projects will be assessed
TheNNNPShas been reviewed to ensure that it remains fit for purpose in supporting the governments commitments for appropriate development of infrastructure for strategic road, rail and rail freight interchanges.
Read the supporting environmental assessments:
The draft revised NNNPS was subject to:
- a process of public consultation from 14 March to 6 June 2023
- parliamentary scrutiny by the Transport Select Committee, which published a report on 20 October 2023