The loss of any village service or facility is a source of
concern because of the effect it has on the users and its providers
who may be losing their business. This loss is felt more strongly
in a community if it relates to the last of a particular type of
service or facility. In these circumstances if no action was taken,
the Council would be failing to meet the objectives of the
Community Strategy, to meet basic needs more locally. Planning
guidance plays an important role in encouraging the retention of
local services.
A copy of Mid Suffolk's SPG is attached below:-
Supplementary Planning Guidance - Retention of Shops, Post
Offices and Public Houses in
Villages