Taking part in a debate on Planning Policy this week, Cllr Janet Finch-Saunders AM said:

 “We must advocate stricter planning regulations to prevent building on delicate environmental areas, such as Greenfield sites and floodplains.

 “This would prevent unsustainable and economically unviable developments.

 “I am also calling for a redefinition of Brownfield sites to exclude gardens to curb the increasing trend of ‘garden-grabbing’ by developers.

“Empowering communities is what planning reform must be about, and I look forward to progress in Wales of changes to planning guidance.”