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<p>The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) already expects that local plans
and decisions should apply a presumption in favour of sustainable development, of
which social sustainability is a key component. The planning system has three overarching
objectives for achieving sustainable development, which are interdependent and need
to be pursued in mutually supportive ways. As well as an economic and environmental
objective, this includes a social objective - to support strong, vibrant and healthy
communities, fostering well designed, beautiful and safe places that reflect current
and future needs of all in the community.</p><p>These objectives should be delivered
through the preparation and implementation of plans and the application of the policies
in the NPPF, including an expectation that planning policies and decision should ensure
that developments create places that are safe, inclusive and accessible. Further,
local authorities must comply with their duties under the Equality Act in exercise
of their planning functions.</p>
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