Written questions

Biodiversity: Property Development

Commons · Question 70372 · Tabled 29 Aug 2025 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · Official record

Answered 9 Sep 2025

Question

Asked by Sammy Wilson

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether his Department has considered the potential impact of the recent consultation on Biodiversity Net Gain on (a) investors and (b) developers.

Answer

Answered by Mary Creagh, 9 Sep 2025

We are mindful of the impacts of any changes to Biodiversity Net Gain on all those involved, especially developers and investors. Government remains fully committed to BNG and will work closely with stakeholders to provide policy clarity and certainty.