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30/06/2008
New Research Reveals Support For Eco-Town Developments
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New research released today by Housing Minister Caroline Flint reveals current support for the development of eco-towns among the general public outnumbers opposition by a ratio of 5:1.
The research is published as the consultation process around the Government's vision for the country's first eco-towns starts its next phase.
The YouGov survey findings reveal that 46% of adults support the development of eco-towns in England, compared with nine per cent who oppose their development. And when asked if they would support the development of an eco-town within five miles of their home, respondents still supported them by a ratio of 2:1.
The results also underline public appreciation that more affordable housing needs to be built. Minister Flint said: "Eco-towns are a new concept in England and we know that they invoke strong opinions. That's why the consultation process is so important. However, our initial research among the general public shows clear support in favour of eco-towns.
"This is an important consultation, but all voices should be heard, not just those who shout loudest. We recognise that some people do have concerns, but this research underlines the real recognition among the general public of the importance of building more affordable homes, and their support for the idea of an eco-town in the local area.
"We are running a rigorous process to decide which locations are selected to go forward to the next stage. Proposals which do not deliver real benefits and do not meet the highest possible standards will not get through our scrutiny. The process is open, transparent and inclusive and we will be testing every detail of the proposals with local authorities, stakeholders and local communities themselves.
"We believe eco-towns can provide new, sustainable housing which can bring tangible benefits and an improved quality of life for thousands of people. We are strongly urging anyone with an interest in our housing shortage, more sustainable living and climate change to give us their views."
(CD/JM)
The research is published as the consultation process around the Government's vision for the country's first eco-towns starts its next phase.
The YouGov survey findings reveal that 46% of adults support the development of eco-towns in England, compared with nine per cent who oppose their development. And when asked if they would support the development of an eco-town within five miles of their home, respondents still supported them by a ratio of 2:1.
The results also underline public appreciation that more affordable housing needs to be built. Minister Flint said: "Eco-towns are a new concept in England and we know that they invoke strong opinions. That's why the consultation process is so important. However, our initial research among the general public shows clear support in favour of eco-towns.
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"This is an important consultation, but all voices should be heard, not just those who shout loudest. We recognise that some people do have concerns, but this research underlines the real recognition among the general public of the importance of building more affordable homes, and their support for the idea of an eco-town in the local area.
"We are running a rigorous process to decide which locations are selected to go forward to the next stage. Proposals which do not deliver real benefits and do not meet the highest possible standards will not get through our scrutiny. The process is open, transparent and inclusive and we will be testing every detail of the proposals with local authorities, stakeholders and local communities themselves.
"We believe eco-towns can provide new, sustainable housing which can bring tangible benefits and an improved quality of life for thousands of people. We are strongly urging anyone with an interest in our housing shortage, more sustainable living and climate change to give us their views."
(CD/JM)
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