RETAIL FLOOR SPACE

Early day motion 1304, tabled 3 June 2003 by Colin Breed (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 53 members.

That this House condemns the uncontrolled development of retail floor space, by methods such as the construction of mezzanine floors and use of storage space and basements; and calls on the Government to amend planning policy guidance and legislation to allow for the democratic consideration of the impact of such developments by local authorities and communities.

Signatures by party: Labour 28, Liberal Democrat 19, Plaid Cymru 3, Labour/Co-operative 2, Independent 1.