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Simple terms explainer
Councils must make sure that children and young people have a chance to take part in shaping the Local Development Plan - the document that guides how land is used and developed in their area. This means councils need to actively encourage and support young people to share their views, ideas, and priorities, and make sure those views are considered in planning decisions. It helps ensure that places are designed with the needs of younger generations in mind.
Legal status
Statutory
Duty category
Planning
Duty type
Public facing
Social determinant of health
Social and community context
Emerging policy and legislation
1
National bodies with shared interest
Heads of Planning Scotland (HOPS)
Standards and frameworks
0