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The Senior Local &
Neighbourhood Planning Policy Officer gave an overview of the
report which sought approval to submit the Council’s response
to Moreton-in-Marsh Town Council on their Regulation 14 draft
Neighbourhood Plan (2018–2031).
 
The report outlined that the
Town Council was undertaking its formal six-week consultation (1
September–12 October 2025) as required under the
Neighbourhood Planning Regulations. It was noted that Cotswold
District Council has a statutory duty to support the preparation of
neighbourhood plans and to ensure alignment with the adopted Local
Plan.
 
The draft plan proposed 20
policies covering housing, design, infrastructure, environment,
green spaces, heritage, and transport. Officers with relevant
expertise had been consulted internally, and their comments had
been incorporated into the proposed response (Annex A).
 
The report recommended that the
Cabinet Member:
 

·        
Approved the draft response (with or without
amendment) for submission to Moreton-in-Marsh Town Council;
and

·        
Authorised officers to continue providing support to
the Town Council in developing the plan.
 
No financial or legal
implications were identified at this stage, and the key risk was
noted as being reputational, as consultation comments would be made
public. The proposed response aimed to ensure that the
Neighbourhood Plan met legal and policy requirements while
supporting community objectives.