Policy information sourced from the Central and Eastern Berkshire Joint Minerals & Waste Plan

M3 Sand and Gravel Supply

  1. Provision will be made for the release of land to allow a steady and adequate supply of sand and gravel for aggregate purposes in Central and Eastern Berkshire at an average rate of 0.628 million tonnes a year to 2036, subject to the impact of local circumstances on demand.
  2. A landbank of permitted reserves for the winning and working of sharp sand and gravel sufficient for at least 7 years’ supply will be maintained through the Plan period.

For more information please see the Central and Eastern Berkshire Joint Minerals & Waste Plan