The GMCA is producing the Greater Manchester Spatial Framework (GMSF), a joint strategic plan for Greater Manchester including land allocation for housing and other development.BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-manchester-40673109 The initial GMSF was published in 2016BBC News, https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-manchester-37729165 and a revised version was published in 2019. A further consultation took place in late 2020.Manchester Evening News, https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/greater-manchesters-long-awaited-plan-18644435M The plan includes proposals for building on some green belt areas. Stockport Council withdrew from the GMSF in December 2020,Manchester Evening News https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/the-gmsf-no-more-stockport-19397997 and the replacement plan will be known as Places for Everyone.Manchester Evening News https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/council-leaders-consider-next-steps-19793768
