The review of the NNNPS was overdue. It was launched to bring the policy framework for major infrastructure schemes up to date, and as a response to legal challenges to schemes prompted by the introduction of significant net zero legislation. The Government should have been proactive and reviewed the NNNPS upon the introduction of net zero targets, and should do so when any changes are made to the net zero target policies.

The review of the NNNPS was overdue. It was launched to bring the policy framework for major infrastructure schemes up to date, and as a response to legal challenges to schemes prompted by the introduction of significant net zero legislation. The Government should have been proactive and reviewed the NNNPS upon the introduction of net zero targets, and should do so when any changes are made to the net zero target policies. Type: recommendation | Number: 1 | Paragraph: 18 | Response status: accepted Government response: As set out in the NSIP Reform Action Plan and the government’s response to the National Infrastructure Commission’s (NIC) report on improving nationally significant infrastructure planning, the government recognises the important role that NPSs play in the NSIP regime and the need to keep them up-to