Planning controls for hot food takeaways

This briefing has been prepared to help councils’ planning and public health departments understand how the control of hot food takeaways can create a healthier food environment.

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Planning controls for hot food takeaways
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Reports • Planning Food Cities

Published: Wednesday 28 July 2021

It is based on our report which focuses on the role of planning authorities in relation to hot food takeaways: Hot Food Takeaways: Planning a route to healthier communities

The English planning system is undergoing changes. Please seek legal advice or check current rules before taking decisions.

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