How freeports are changing planning

Freeports were supposed to bring special planning freedoms, but there has been little sign of this so far at the two front runners. With nine more on the way, is that about to change?

by Stuart Watson
Southampton docks: the Solent is one of 11 areas across the UK to be granted a freeport zone (Credit: Getty Images)
Southampton docks: the Solent is one of 11 areas across the UK to be granted a freeport zone (Credit: Getty Images)

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