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In the back garden
Government figures obtained by local MP Theresa May show that recently 56% of new homes developed in Maidenhead have been built on former back gardens.

Theresa explained, ‘The Government defines gardens as ‘brownfield’ land – just like derelict factories or railway sidings. Land where houses are demolished, as in Shoppenhangers Road, are also counted as ‘brownfield’ land. This land is subject to a presumption in favour of development, making it easier for developers to win applications to build on these sites.

This is unsustainable and we cannot allow development beyond the means of our amenities and transport links. The latest figures available show that in 2005 over half – 56% - of the homes built in the Borough were built on gardens or land where homes had been knocked down.

We should protect our gardens which not only improve people’s personal quality of life, but also the feel of our local communities and neighbourhoods.’

The Conservatives are using a Private Members’ Bill to try to change the definition of ‘brownfield’ land


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In the back garden
May welcomes improvements
FGW are second worst train company in country
May congratulates Altwood School
Finally ... some good news on the trains
Government threatens post office closures
Government U-Turn on Trains
Sort It Out FGW
Action Needed Now on FGW
MAY: The Ball is in your Court FGW
May Calls for Train Company to Lose Franchise
New Paint Won't Make Them Go Faster
May Witnesses New Timetable Chaos
May Raises Train Problem With Transport Minister
May Wants Better Maidenhead-Twyford Service
May Concerned About Development of Gardens
MP Welcomes Crown Estate Rethink Over Valley Gardens
May Wants More Time For Housing Plans
May Demands Statement From John Reid Over Drug Centres
MP opposes Prescott’s plans for White Waltham
“Rail plans a body blow for our area” says MP
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May leads fight against “reckless” laws for late-night drinking
May writes to Minister as decision is made on new rail franchise
MP lodges petition against Crossrail

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