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Core Strategy Issues & Options
Question 5 re. the most effective and appropriate means of increasing the income available to local people
Representation ID: 18559
Received: 07/12/2006
Respondent: Tourism South East
We are disappointed that tourism/visitor economy opportunities do not have greater prominence. There are references to tourism but these tend to be fragmented. Given the importance of this sector to the economy and social well-being of Rother, we would expect it to have its own section. Guidance on tourism policies are contained in the South East Plan and the recently updated RPG9. Both give due regard to the benefits associated with policies which encourage the wise growth and management of tourism. TSE has produced its own guidance for local authorities preparing LDFs (enclosed with letter).
Comment
Core Strategy Issues & Options
Question 5 re. the most effective and appropriate means of increasing the income available to local people
Representation ID: 18560
Received: 07/12/2006
Respondent: Tourism South East
Tourism SE have undertaken work with local authorities across the SE to better understand supply and demand issues for hotel accommodation. Their purpose has been to ensure LDF policies which take account of specific local circumstances and market demand. We have produced planning guidance on the issue of accommodation retention in response to increasing pressures for hotels to convert to residential (enclosed with letter). This could be an issue for Rother and, if so, should be addressed in the issues document.
