The Law Commission of England and Wales has recently launched a comprehensive review of Compulsory Purchase Orders (CPOs). This review is being conducted to ensure that CPOs are being used in the most effective and efficient way possible.
CPOs are a powerful tool used by public authorities to acquire land or property for public purposes. They are used to acquire land for projects such as roads, railways, housing, and other infrastructure. They can also be used to acquire land for regeneration projects or to prevent blight.
The review will consider how CPOs are used and whether they are being used in the most effective way. It will also look at how CPOs interact with other land acquisition powers, such as planning permission and compulsory purchase agreements.
The review will also consider whether the current system of CPOs is fair and equitable for all parties involved. It will look at how the process of making a CPO works, including the rights of those affected by the CPO and the process for challenging a CPO.
The review will also consider whether the current system of CPOs is compatible with human rights legislation, such as the European Convention on Human Rights. This is important as CPOs can have a significant impact on people’s lives, particularly when they involve the compulsory purchase of residential property.
The Law Commission has invited written submissions from interested parties on the issues raised in the review. The Commission is expected to report its findings and make recommendations to the government later this year.
The review of CPOs is an important step in ensuring that CPOs are used in the most effective and efficient way possible. It is also an opportunity for those affected by CPOs to have their voices heard and to ensure that their rights are respected.