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| Chris Williamson, President of the Royal Institute of British Architects (S20 E4) | 29 Oct 2026 | 01:05:26 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Chris Williamson, President of the Royal Institute of British Architects. Chris co-founded Architecture firm Weston Williamson + Partners in 1985 and has been involved with projects including HS2, the Melbourne Metro Tunnel and also various Transport for London schemes. Chris is the current President of the Royal Institute of British Architects and is a member of the Royal Town Planning Institute. Latest News Update on planning related matters. An Appeal Decision regarding residential development of up to 40 dwellings and associated infrastructure on Land North of Pampisford Road, Great Abington in Cambridge. Some of the issues in the appeal were whether the site represents an appropriate location for the proposed dwellings, having regard to access to services and facilities. An Appeal Decision for mixed-use commercial units featuring use class E (g) and/or B8 with associated access off Garstang Road in Bilsborrow, Lancashire. The main issues were the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area. An Appeal Decision for 115 dwellings (including 40% affordable housing), a public house, employment units, public open space; installation of sustainable urban drainage system; pumping station, local play areas, soft and hard landscaping, landscape buffer and associated works on Land to the East of Bere Hill, Whitchurch. An Appeal Decision for a mixed use development comprising of up to 635 residential dwellings, a primary school, sport and recreation facilities and associated infrastructure on Land Northwest of Stonehouse, Gloucestershire. The main issue was the acceptability of the proposed affordable housing cascade mechanism having regard to Community Infrastructure Levy Regulations 2010 compliance. And finally an Update on the World of Local Plans. Visit our Website: | |||
| Following to the Letter: Graham Stallwood, Chief Executive of the Planning Inspectorate (S20 E3) | 15 Oct 2026 | 01:14:30 | |
In this episode, we are joined by Graham Stallwood FRTPI FRSA, Chief Executive at the Planning Inspectorate. We also talk to him about the letter received from Matthew Pennycook MP. Graham will be interviewed by Melissa Murphy KC. Latest News Update on planning related matters. An Appeal Decision for up to 150 dwellings, with associated works, parking, landscaping, publicly accessible open space, land for education or community use on Land South of Green Road, Wivelsfield Green in East Sussex. A Decision of the High Court where the claimant, The Old Chiswick Protection Society sought to challenge a decision of the London Borough of Houndslow to grant planning permission for new development at 1 Burlington Lane. A Court of Appeal Decision in Northern Ireland involving the first phase of the A5 Western Transport Corridor dual carriageway upgrade scheme. The route links Derry and Aughnacloy and was promoted on grounds including road safety and regional connectivity. A Decision of the High Court regarding a discontinuance notice issued by the London borough of Hackney against King Media Limited. The notice concerned an illuminated mesh shroud advertisement measuring 10m x 10m on the elevation fronting 1 Great Eastern Street. Visit our Website: | |||
| “Your First Home”: What, When, How & Why with David O'Leary, Executive Director of the HBF (S20 E2) | 01 Oct 2026 | 01:02:35 | |
Our Special Guest this week is David O'Leary, Executive Director of the Home Builders Federation. David oversees policy and external relations, including leading on engagement with government. He joined HBF in 2013 and became a Board member in 2023. David is going to be talking about the new Government scheme “Your First Home”, including details we know so far, what it’s aiming to do, and how it might help the industry. Latest News Update on planning related matters. A Decision of the High Court against the refusal by Cherwell District Council of its application for planning permission for the development into business premises of agricultural land east of Junction 11 of the M40 and southwest of Huscote Farm, Banbury, Oxfordshire. Outline planning application for the construction of up to 140,000sqm of employment floorspace complete with offices and internal roads. An Appeal Decision for the erection of up to 249 dwellings, including means of access into the site (not internal roads) from Spring Hill, with all other matters (relating to appearance, landscaping, scale and layout) reserved on Land to the North of Spring Hill, Kingston Bagpuize with Southmoor. An Appeal Decision for development of up to 600 dwellings, up to 60 units of elderly accommodation, a mixed-use local centre, first school, informal and formal open space, associated works and infrastructure including a new access from the A507 and bridges over the A10 in Buntingford. Visit our Website: | |||
| The New National Planning Policy Framework, August 2026 (S20 E1) | 18 Aug 2026 | 01:10:56 | |
The New National Planning Policy Framework has been released by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. In this timely special, the Have We Got Planning News For You team looks through all the details and key changes within the framework and provides their thoughts on what they mean for the planning sector. Have We Got Planning News for You is a light-hearted review of the week's latest developments by seven barristers from across the Planning Bar: Paul Tucker KC, Thea Osmund-Smith, Charles Banner KC, Victoria Hutton, Christopher Young KC, Melissa Murphy KC and John Litton KC. The views expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of the panellists. Visit our website for further resources: #HWGPNFY | |||
| Tim Goodwin, Ecologist and Director at Bennu Environmental (S19 E4) | 16 Jul 2026 | 01:04:10 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Tim Goodwin, Ecologist and Director at Bennu Environmental. Tim is one of the leading ecologists in planning well known to members of the planning bar, planning solicitors and planning consultants. Latest News Update on planning related matters. An Appeal Decision for Land west of the Cemetery, London Road in Maldon. The proposed development was for up to 275 residential units including affordable housing, land for a children’s nursery (Class E), 1.8ha of land for an extension to Maldon Cemetery, drainage works, landscaping, vehicular access to the A414, pedestrian/cycle access to Spital Road and London Road, and associated infrastructure works. A Decision of the High Court regarding a renewable energy park involving an array of solar panels, battery storage and associated infrastructure, to be constructed on a 32.5 hectare site at Whiterails Road, Wootton, on the Isle of Wight. A Decision of the Court of Appeal between North Warwickshire Borough Council and the SoS for Transport. The issue surrounded alterations made to the scheme for a 2.9km spur of the HS2 line running through North Warwickshire BC and that it should run in a tunnel rather than on the embankments and a viaduct following the passing of the 2017 Act. Visit our Website: | |||
| Stephen Kinsella, Managing Director for the MADE Partnership (S19 E3) | 02 Jul 2026 | 00:51:33 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Stephen Kinsella, Managing Director for the MADE Partnership and also Group Major Projects Director at Barratt Redrow. The MADE Partnership is a master developer and a joint venture between Barratt Redrow PLC, Homes England and Lloyds Banking Group. Previously, Stephen was the Chief Land and Development Officer at Homes England. Latest News Update on planning related matters. A Decision of the High Court regarding the use and development of the northern runway at Gatwick Airport to allow for dual runway operations. Currently, the northern runway is only used when the main runway is unavailable and as a parallel taxiway. An Appeal Decision for the development of ground mounted solar photovoltaic array, with associated infrastructure, security fencing, CCTV, associated cable route, private and DNO substations, landscaping and onsite biodiversity net gain at Land at Lower Wyke. An Appeal Decision for the redevelopment of the Former Camelot Theme Park in Charnock Richard, Lancashire. The development proposed is the demolition of existing structures and for a residential development of up to 350 homes, a 186.9 sqm community hub, with associated habitat creation, landscaping, open space, parking, footpaths/cycleways, drainage and other infrastructure. Visit our Website: | |||
| Rebecca Phillips, The UK Government's Chief Planning Inspector (S19 E2) | 18 Jun 2026 | 00:59:49 | |
We experienced some major connectivity issues this week which has unfortunately resulted in some video problems. We've tried to resolve this as best we can in the final edit and apologise for the inconvenience. Our Special Guest this week is Rebecca Phillips, Chief Planning Inspector at the Planning Inspectorate. Rebecca has held the role on an interim basis since March 2025, during which time she has led work to enhance and systemise inspector learning and development. She has also collaborated closely with the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government and other stakeholders on significant reforms to the planning system, including the draft new National Planning Policy Framework and new approaches to local and strategic planning. Latest News Update on planning related matters. A High Court Decision between North Somerset District Council and the Secretary of State requesting to allow an appeal by Persimmon Homes to be granted outline planning permission for 190 homes on land at Rectory Farm in Yatton. A High Court Decision involving Thomas Armstrong Aggregates Ltd and the Secretary of State in an application under paragraph 9, Schedule 13 of the Environment Act 1995 (EA 1995). The application concerned a site at High Close Quarry, Plumbland, Cumbria. An Appeal Decision to uphold Thurrock Council’s decision to refuse a request by a housing developer to modify a Section 106 agreement. The developer sought to revise-down education and affordable housing commitments arguing the obligations were impacting on the viability of the scheme. The cases centre of Section 106B of the TCPA 1990 but also raised important procedural issues about the process. Visit our Website: | |||
| Jan Bessell, The 2026 President of the Royal Town Planning Institute (S19 E1) | 04 Jun 2026 | 01:01:26 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Jan Bessell, the 2026 President of the Royal Town Planning Institute. Currently a Strategic Planning Adviser at Pinsent Masons, she has worked on a range of planning projects, from community-led initiatives and neighbourhood plans to nationally significant infrastructure projects. Latest News Update on planning related matters. A Decision of the Court of Appeal involving a proposal to expand Luton Airport to enable an increase in passenger capacity to 32 million passengers per annum and is earmarked as a nationally significant infrastructure project. An Appeal Decision for Land at Snows Ride in Surrey for 154 integrated retirement community units and 33 dwellings together with a general practice surgery, the creation of suitable alternative natural greenspace, landscaping, car parking, access, maintenance workshop, refuse storage and communal facilities. Both an Appeal Decision and a Costs Decision for the Aylesham Centre, Rye Lane in London. The development proposed is for the demolition of existing buildings and phased redevelopment to provide a replacement supermarket and associated service yard and car parking, flexible retail, leisure, and commercial accommodation, dwellings, landscaping and associated works. Visit our Website: | |||
| John Fingleton and Mustafa Latif-Aramesh on the Nuclear Regulatory Review (S18 E4) | 27 Mar 2026 | 01:01:33 | |
Our Special Guests this week are John Fingleton and Mustafa Latif-Aramesh. John led an independent taskforce looking into the reform of nuclear regulations in the UK and Mustafa was Lead Author of the Planning Chapter in the review. The Government’s response to the Fingleton Review was published a few days ago. Latest News Update on planning related matters. A Court of Appeal Decision concerning a legal challenge to a council’s approval of detailed plans for a housing development of up to 170 homes in Buckinghamshire. The dispute focuses on whether the council was entitled to approve those details when issues around wastewater infrastructure and drainage had not yet been fully resolved. An Appeal Decision regarding a council’s refusal of planning permission for a residential development of 115 homes on a long-disused former sports site in Rugby. The proposal includes demolition of existing structures and the creation of housing, access, landscaping, and associated infrastructure. An Appeal Decision for a proposed extension of Woodford Garden Village in Stockport. Key issues considered include the impact of the development on the character and appearance of the area, as well as matters such as layout, design quality, and how the scheme integrates with its surroundings. An Appeal Decision relating to a proposal to convert buildings at Mount Clare Campus in Roehampton Gate into temporary hostel accommodation for homeless people on the local housing authorities housing lists. The Inspector considered impacts on heritage assets, the suitability and completeness of the site’s development, the mix and quality of accommodation, and the provision of play space and local accessibility. Visit our Website: | |||
| All Things Infrastructure: Paul Reilly, President and Managing Director for WSP UK & Ireland (S18 E3) | 12 Mar 2026 | 01:08:27 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Paul Reilly, President and Managing Director for WSP UK & Ireland. Paul oversees WSP’s strategic priorities and client delivery across the UK and Ireland, reinforcing the firm’s capabilities in critical growth markets, including infrastructure, environment, water, property, and energy. Latest News Update on planning related matters. A Costs Decision for Land North of Bath Road, Corsham. The proposed development is a residential one including 30% affordable housing, up to 1550m2 mixed use hub along with associated infrastructure. An Appeal Decision for Land at the Hill in Littlebourne. The development is an outline planning application for up to 300 residential dwellings, new community hub. This was an appeal made by Gladman Developments against a prior refusal by Canterbury City Council. An Appeal Decision on the site of Greenwich Quay in London. The appeal was made by Tribe Greenwich Quay and Redington Developments against a decision of the Royal Borough of Greenwich. The proposed development was the demolition of existing structures and construction of student accommodation and associated works. A High Court Decision between Wiltshire Council and the SoS for Housing, Communities and Local Government and Old Sarum Airfield Ltd. The outline planning application was for the demolition of existing structures and building to be replaced with 315 residential dwellings, a mixture of commercial and leisure facilities and more on the site of Old Sarum Airfield. Visit our Website: hwgpnfy.com | |||
| Ecology Protector: Richard Benwell, Chief Executive at Wildlife & Countryside Link (S18 E2) | 26 Feb 2026 | 01:12:46 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Richard Benwell, Chief Executive of Wildlife & Countryside Link. He is also a board member of the Broadway Initiative and UK Youth for Nature and Chair of Oxfordshire’s Local Nature Partnership. Wildlife and Countryside Link (Link) is the largest environment and wildlife coalition in England, bringing together 94 organisations to use their strong joint voice for the protection of nature. Latest News Update on planning related matters. A Decision of the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero for the Fenwick Solar Farm Project in Doncaster. The development is 536 hectares and when completed will provide grid power to around 75,000 homes. A Decision of the High Court regarding the refusal of planning permission by Lancaster City Council for 24 dwellings and associated development in Cockerham, Lancashire. A Decision of the High Court involving a prior refusal of planning permission by Trafford Borough Council. The development was for the purposes of General Industry, Storage and Distribution on a site west of Manchester Road in Carrington. An Appeal Decision for the construction of up to 200 residential dwellings, open space, landscaping, habitat enhancement, drainage infrastructure and associated works at Highfield Meadows in the market town of Malton, North Yorkshire. Visit our Website: | |||
| When Podcasts Collide: Sam Stafford, Managing Director at the LPDF (S18 E1) | 12 Feb 2026 | 01:01:49 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Sam Stafford, Managing Director at the Land, Planning and Development Federation and host of the 50 Shades of Planning Podcast. Latest News Update on planning related matters since we were last on the air. A Decision of the High Court involving Wrotham Parish Council and the Secretary of State, Moto Hospitality and Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council. It was a challenge to the decision of the SoS allowing an appeal to grant outline planning permission for a secure 24-hour truck stop facility for up to 197 HGVs incorporating fuel station; amenity building of up to 1100 sqm; creation of new access to A20 via roundabout; landscaping and other associated works. An Appeal Decision for Land west of Brackley in West Northamptonshire for up to 700 residential dwellings, areas of public open space, a rugby pitch, landscaping, allotments, sustainable drainage and associated infrastructure. Two Appeal Decisions made against Kent County Council and Ashford Borough Council by Hodson Developments and Chilmington Green Developments regarding outline planning permission for a comprehensive mixed-use development in Great Chart, Ashford. Visit our Website: | |||
| The New National Planning Policy Framework, December 2025 (S17 E6) | 17 Dec 2025 | 01:16:30 | |
The New Draft National Planning Policy Framework has been released by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. In this timely special, the Have We Got Planning News For You team looks through all the details and key changes within the framework and provides their thoughts on what they mean for the planning sector. Have We Got Planning News for You is a light-hearted review of the month's latest developments by six barristers from across the Planning Bar: Paul Tucker KC, Thea Osmund-Smith, Sasha White KC, Victoria Hutton, Lord Charlie Banner KC and Christopher Young KC. The views expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of the panellists. Visit our website for further resources: #HWGPNFY | |||
| Closing Remarks with Mary Cook #HWGPNFYlive25 | 16 Dec 2025 | 00:04:52 | |
Founding panellist, HWGPNFY Legend and host for our 1st Live event, Mary Cook from Town Legal, brings proceedings to a close. This is a series of specials from the inaugural Have We Got Planning News For You Live Conference, which took place at The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple in London. Donate to the Child Poverty Action Group. Conference resources can be found on our website here. Have We Got Planning News for You is a light-hearted review of the month's latest developments by six barristers from across the Planning Bar: Paul Tucker KC, Thea Osmund-Smith, Sasha White KC, Charlie Banner KC, Victoria Hutton and Christopher Young KC. The views expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of the panellists. #HWGPNFY #HWGPNFYlive25 | |||
| Flooding & the Sequential Approach - After the NPPG Changes with Victoria Hutton #HWGPNFYlive25 | 16 Dec 2025 | 00:14:22 | |
In this episode, newcomer to the show Victoria Hutton of 39 Essex Chambers considers the recent Planning Practice Guidance changes and how the sequential test is affecting development. The sequential test is a process used to assess flood risk by comparing a proposed development site with other available sites to ensure it is located in an area with the lowest risk of flooding. Featuring ducks and puddles! This is a series of specials from the inaugural Have We Got Planning News For You Live Conference, which took place at The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple in London. We will have a new episode every weekday right up until the publication of the new revised NPPF (which may or may not release around the 18th of December...). Donate to the Child Poverty Action Group. Conference resources can be found on our website here. Have We Got Planning News for You is a light-hearted review of the month's latest developments by six barristers from across the Planning Bar: Paul Tucker KC, Thea Osmund-Smith, Sasha White KC, Charlie Banner KC, Victoria Hutton and Christopher Young KC. The views expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of the panellists. #HWGPNFY #HWGPNFYlive25 | |||
| 2025 in Review, 2026 in Focus with Rebecca Phillips, Interim Chief Inspector at the Planning Inspectorate #HWGPNFYlive25 | 16 Dec 2025 | 00:18:59 | |
In this episode, we get an update about the last 12 months at the Planning Inspectorate from the Interim Chief Inspector, Rebecca Phillips. She also speaks of what's to come in 2026. This is a series of specials from the inaugural Have We Got Planning News For You Live Conference, which took place at The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple in London. We will have a new episode every weekday right up until the publication of the new revised NPPF (which may or may not release around the 18th of December...). Donate to the Child Poverty Action Group. Conference resources can be found on our website here. Have We Got Planning News for You is a light-hearted review of the month's latest developments by six barristers from across the Planning Bar: Paul Tucker KC, Thea Osmund-Smith, Sasha White KC, Charlie Banner KC, Victoria Hutton and Christopher Young KC. The views expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of the panellists. #HWGPNFY #HWGPNFYlive25 | |||
| Town Centres and Retail - Destined for Decline or Renewal with Sasha White KC #HWGPNFYlive25 | 15 Dec 2025 | 00:12:40 | |
In this episode, panellist Sasha White KC of Landmark Chambers presents developments and setbacks occurring within the retail sector and the current state of play of the high street along with a brief history of the show. This is a series of specials from the inaugural Have We Got Planning News For You Live Conference, which took place at The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple in London. We will have a new episode every weekday right up until the publication of the new revised NPPF (which may or may not release around the 18th of December...). Donate to the Child Poverty Action Group. Conference resources can be found on our website here. Have We Got Planning News for You is a light-hearted review of the month's latest developments by six barristers from across the Planning Bar: Paul Tucker KC, Thea Osmund-Smith, Sasha White KC, Charlie Banner KC, Victoria Hutton and Christopher Young KC. The views expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of the panellists. #HWGPNFY #HWGPNFYlive25 | |||
| Bringing 2025 to a Close...for now (S17 E5) | 12 Dec 2025 | 00:39:52 | |
As we end the current season, for this episode, we’re doing things a little differently. We have all the Latest News and Case Updates from the team. But instead of the regular guest interview, we have a plethora of videos from our inaugural Have We Got Planning News For You Live Conference, which took place at The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple in London on the 1st of December 2025. Back to this week, however... 🗞️ Victoria Hutton provides all the Latest News Updates on planning related matters. 🍃 Chris Young KC tells us about a High Court Decision involving RWE Renewables and Welsh Ministers to determine its application for the construction of up to 6 wind turbines on the southern boundary of Bannau Breicheiniog National Park. 🏠 Thea Osmund-Smith explains the Court of Appeal Decision between Halton Borough Council and the SoS for HCLG related to planning permission for demolition works and the construction of 139 dwellings on land in Runcorn. 🎬 Paul G Tucker KC looks at a Decision of the Minister of State for Housing and Planning, Matthew Pennycook MP for a production and film studio space and associated infrastructure in Marlow, Buckinghamshire. ☀️ Sasha White KC delves into an Appeal Decision for a solar farm and battery storage system in Kelham, Nottinghamshire. The solar farm would have capacity to product 49.9MW of renewable energy, which is enough to power approximately 12,600 homes. Visit our Website: | |||
| Logistics & Me with Paul Tucker KC #HWGPNFYlive25 | 12 Dec 2025 | 00:16:52 | |
In this episode, panellist Paul Tucker KC of Kings Chambers looks at the issues and other hurdles related to "Big Boxes" or warehouses as they're more commonly known. Highlighting the UK's economic need for such developments in order to achieve and sustain growth over the coming years. This is a series of specials from the inaugural Have We Got Planning News For You Live Conference, which took place at The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple in London. We will have a new episode every weekday right up until the publication of the new revised NPPF (which may or may not release around the 18th of December...). Donate to the Child Poverty Action Group. Conference resources can be found on our website here. Have We Got Planning News for You is a light-hearted review of the month's latest developments by six barristers from across the Planning Bar: Paul Tucker KC, Thea Osmund-Smith, Sasha White KC, Charlie Banner KC, Victoria Hutton and Christopher Young KC. The views expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of the panellists. #HWGPNFY #HWGPNFYlive25 | |||
| Renewables - A Sprint to the Line for Clean Power 2030 with Thea Osmund-Smith #HWGPNFYlive25 | 11 Dec 2025 | 00:17:54 | |
In this episode, panellist Thea Osmund-Smith of No5 Chambers outlines the current state of Renewable Energy in the UK, and also shows what is necessary in order for it to meet its Clean Power 2030 targets. The Clean Power 2030 initiative aims for Great Britain to generate 95% of its electricity from clean sources by the year 2030, focusing on renewable energy like solar and wind, while also enhancing grid infrastructure. This is a series of specials from the inaugural Have We Got Planning News For You Live Conference, which took place at The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple in London. We will have a new episode every weekday right up until the publication of the new revised NPPF (which may or may not release around the 18th of December...). Donate to the Child Poverty Action Group. Conference resources can be found on our website here. Have We Got Planning News for You is a light-hearted review of the month's latest developments by six barristers from across the Planning Bar: Paul Tucker KC, Thea Osmund-Smith, Sasha White KC, Charlie Banner KC, Victoria Hutton and Christopher Young KC. The views expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of the panellists. #HWGPNFY #HWGPNFYlive25 | |||
| Grey Belt - How it Works to Increase Delivery in the Green Belt with Charlie Banner KC #HWGPNFYlive25 | 10 Dec 2025 | 00:15:32 | |
In this episode, panellist Lord Charlie Banner KC of Keating Chambers explains how the introduction of Grey Belt policy aims to increase delivery in the Green Belt, aided with the use of Bon Jovi references. This is a series of specials from the inaugural Have We Got Planning News For You Live Conference, which took place at The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple in London. We will have a new episode every weekday right up until the publication of the new revised NPPF (which may or may not release around the 18th of December...). Donate to the Child Poverty Action Group. Conference resources can be found on our website here. Have We Got Planning News for You is a light-hearted review of the month's latest developments by six barristers from across the Planning Bar: Paul Tucker KC, Thea Osmund-Smith, Sasha White KC, Charlie Banner KC, Victoria Hutton and Christopher Young KC. The views expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of the panellists. #HWGPNFY #HWGPNFYlive25 | |||
| Housing – How Policy is Striving to Deliver More Homes with Chris Young KC #HWGPNFYlive25 | 09 Dec 2025 | 00:11:25 | |
In this episode, panellist Chris Young KC of No5 Chambers has a look at the levels of England's housing targets, the areas that are doing well, those that are falling short and what can be done to increase delivery. This is a series of specials from the inaugural Have We Got Planning News For You Live Conference, which took place at The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple in London. We will have a new episode every weekday right up until the publication of the new revised NPPF (which may or may not release around the 18th of December...). Donate to the Child Poverty Action Group. Conference resources can be found on our website here. Have We Got Planning News for You is a light-hearted review of the month's latest developments by six barristers from across the Planning Bar: Paul Tucker KC, Thea Osmund-Smith, Sasha White KC, Charlie Banner KC, Victoria Hutton and Christopher Young KC. The views expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of the panellists. #HWGPNFY #HWGPNFYlive25 | |||
| Jennie Daly CBE, Chief Executive Officer at Taylor Wimpey PLC #HWGPNFYlive25 | 08 Dec 2025 | 00:25:53 | |
In this episode, we are joined by Jennie Daly CBE, Chief Executive Officer at the house builder, Taylor Wimpey PLC. Jennie explains all matters with how the house building sector is responding with all the various policy changes by recent Governments. This is a series of special episodes from the inaugural Have We Got Planning News For You Live Conference, which took place at The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple in London. We will have a new episode every weekday right up until the publication of the new revised NPPF (which may or may not release around the 18th of December...). Donate to the Child Poverty Action Group by clicking here. Conference resources can be found on our website here Have We Got Planning News for You is a light-hearted review of the month's latest developments by six barristers from across the Planning Bar: Paul Tucker KC, Thea Osmund-Smith, Sasha White KC, Charlie Banner KC, Victoria Hutton and Christopher Young KC. The views expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of the panellists. #HWGPNFY #HWGPNFYlive25 | |||
| Matthew Pennycook MP, Minister of State for Housing and Planning #HWGPNFYlive25 | 05 Dec 2025 | 00:45:27 | |
In this episode, we are joined by The Right Honourable Matthew Pennycook MP, Minister of State for Housing and Planning, for a 45-minute Q&A session. This is a series of special episodes from the inaugural Have We Got Planning News For You Live Conference, which took place at The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple in London. We will have a new episode every weekday right up until the publication of the new revised NPPF (which may or may not release around the 18th of December...). Whilst we didn’t charge to attend the event, we really would like you to donate to the Child Poverty Action Group in lieu of a registration fee. You can do this by clicking here. Conference resources can be found on our website here Have We Got Planning News for You is a light-hearted review of the month's latest developments by six barristers from across the Planning Bar: Paul Tucker KC, Thea Osmund-Smith, Sasha White KC, Charlie Banner KC, Victoria Hutton and Christopher Young KC. The views expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of the panellists. #HWGPNFY #HWGPNFYlive25 | |||
| 8 Years at the Top of The Royal Town Planning Institute - A Retrospective with Dr Victoria Hills MRTPI (S17 E4) | 27 Nov 2025 | 01:00:33 | |
Victoria joined the RTPI in April 2018 and has 20 years’ experience and expertise in planning, transport and organisational leadership and development. She has led the RTPI for nearly eight years, and will be stepping down from her post as CEO later this year. She will be moving on to take up the role of CEO at the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). Latest News Update on planning related matters. A Decision of the Court of Appeal between Haytop Country Park and Amber Valley Borough Council related to the carrying out of substantial engineering work including the felling of trees, extensive ground works to level and reprofile parts of the landscape, and the installation of new concrete plinths for permanent twin-unit park homes. A Decision of the High Court involving WildFish, an environmental charity that campaigns to protect rivers and streams, who objected to a planning decision for 170 houses in Maids Morton, Buckinghamshire. A Decision of an Inspector for Land at Boscobel Lane in Bishops Wood. The proposed development is for up to 100 residential dwellings, a shop and associated drainage/infrastructure. The appeal was made by Boningale Homes against a prior refusal of South Staffordshire District Council. A Decision of an Inspector for Land West of the A4135 in Draycott. This appeal was made by Persimmon against Stroud District Council and was a hybrid application for up to 795 dwellings and supporting infrastructure. Visit our Website: | |||
| The Quest for Net Zero and Renewable Energy with Lord Philip Hunt, Former Energy Minister (S17 E3) | 13 Nov 2025 | 01:14:03 | |
Lord Hunt of Kings Heath, also known as Philip Hunt, is a politician and member of the House of Lords, who served as Minister of State for Energy Security and Net Zero from 2024 to 2025. He has held various roles in government, including positions in health and justice, and was created a life peer in 1997. Latest News Update on planning related matters. A Judgment of the Court of Appeal involving an energy recovery facility on the Isle of Portland. The proposed facility would incinerate non-hazardous residual waste to produce around 15 MWe of electricity to export to the national grid. A High Court Decision regarding 62 dwellings on land in the countryside to the east of Normanton Road in Edith Weston, Rutland. This decision arose due to errors previously made by the planning inspector. A Decision of the SoS for Energy Security and Net Zero concerning a post-combustion carbon capture facility in the London Borough of Bexley on the bank of the River Thames. A Decision of an Inspector for 140 new homes in Hamstreet, Kent. The proposed development also included green infrastructure including landscape planting, habitat creation and open space, drainage infrastructure including a new pumping station, pedestrian and cycle routes. Visit our Website: | |||
| Olympic Gold Medal Winning Cyclist and Chair of Sport England, Chris Boardman CBE (S17 E2) | 30 Oct 2025 | 01:04:07 | |
Chris Boardman was appointed as National Active Travel Commissioner in June 2022 by the Transport Secretary. He was Transport Commissioner for Greater Manchester and the first ever Greater Manchester Cycling and Walking Commissioner. A former professional cyclist, Chris won a gold medal in the individual pursuit at the 1992 Barcelona Olympic Games. He is currently the Chair of Sport England. Latest News Updates on planning related matters. Decision of the Supreme Court of CG Fry & Son Ltd v. Secretary of State for Housing Communities and Local Government. This appeal is concerned with two issues of planning law in relation to environmental protection and large-scale development of land for residential dwellings. The environmental concern relates to the introduction of phosphates arising from the development into the water systems feeding the Somerset Levels and the effect that may have on the Somerset Levels and Moors Ramsar Site. A High Court Judgment involving a Carbon Capture and Storage scheme under the Irish Sea. CCS is a process which involves capturing emissions before they reach the atmosphere and transporting them to depleted reservoirs or aquifers for permanent storage. A Decision on behalf of the SoS for Energy Security and Net Zero for a Solar Farm near Ashford in Kent. The scheme will have an export capacity of up to 99.9MW, which is enough renewable energy to power approximately 42,000 homes. The project also consists of on-site battery storage and associated infrastructure, including a Grid connection via a single 132kV cable circuit from the Project Substation to Sellindge Substation. An Appeal Decision on land to the sound of the A63 bypass near Brayton in Selby. The proposal is to form a consolidated depot for a haulage company, comprising a large warehouse to be used for storage and distribution, office, HGV car park and workshop along with a staff car park. Visit our Website: | |||
| New Approach to the Flood Risk Sequential Test with Kathryn Ventham, Senior Director at Twenty 5 Planning (S17 E1) | 16 Oct 2025 | 01:00:02 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Kathryn Ventham, Senior Director at Twenty5 Planning. Kathryn is a Chartered Town Planner with 25 years experience specialising in strategic land promotion and mixed use/residential led development. She is a leading advisor in respect of matters relating to flood risk sequential testing - working with Counsel and government bodies in this regard. Latest News Update since we were last on the air. A Court of Appeal Decision related to the Bell Hotel in Epping. The appeal was brought by Somani Hotels Limited against Epping Forest District Council. At the previous hearing on 15 August 2025 before the judge, the Council sought an interim injunction requiring Somani to stop using or permitting the use of the Hotel for accommodating asylum seekers or for using the Hotel for any use other than as a hotel until the trial of the claim. A Decision of the SoS regarding an expansion of Sky Studios in Elstree including a film and television production studio (use Class E(g)(ii)) with ancillary floorspace, backlot, 7 new access arrangements, car parking, landscaping, infrastructure and associated works. The appeal was made by Sky Studios Ltd and Legal and General Investment Managment against a prior refusal by Hertsmere Borough Council. A Decision of the SoS involving planning permission for demolition and preparation works on the site of Brighton Gasworks brought by St William Homes LLP. Works outlined included: a comprehensive mixed-use redevelopment comprising site preparation and enabling works, demolition of existing buildings and structures; provision of new buildings comprising residential use (Use Class C3) and flexible non-residential floorspace (Use Class E), new private and communal amenity space. A Decision of the SoS refusing planning permission for 148 dwellings in Reading, Berkshire. The appeal was made by Wates Developments Ltd against a previous refusal by Wokingham Borough Council. This was a second inquiry after a previous grant of permission was quashed by the High Court. Issues raised in the appeal include: the effect of the development upon the character and appearance of the countryside; the effect upon surface drainage; the safety and wellbeing of future residents of the proposed development, and the wider public, with regard to the proximity of the Atomic Weapons Establishment site at Burghfield (AWE(B)); and the future capability and capacity of AWE(B) to operate effectively. Episode resources can be found on our website below: | |||
| Trailblazer in Local Government: Cllr Shanika Mahendran, Cabinet Member for Planning & Placemaking at Milton Keynes City Council (S16 E5) | 17 Jul 2025 | 01:00:06 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Shanika Mahendran, Cabinet Member for Planning & Placemaking at Milton Keynes City Council. Shanika is the first Asian woman and youngest ever councillor to join the Cabinet in Milton Keynes (initially as a Cabinet Member for the Economy). She previously worked in Sir Kier Starmer's politics team, improving campaigning and focussing on increasing diversity in our elected representatives. Latest News Update on planning related matters. An Appeal Decision at Horsham Golf Club in West Sussex for the development of a Sports and Leisure Hub including the provision of communal facilities, nursery, golf college, sports clubhouse (containing health & fitness spa, changing facilities and food & beverage) and up to 800 dwellings. The appeal was made by Generator Group against the previous decision of Horsham District Council. A Decision of the Minister of State for Housing and Planning for a Data Centre in Iver, Buckinghamshire. This appeal was made by Greystoke Land and Altrad UK Ltd against a prior refusal by Buckinghamshire Council. The Data Centre buildings include offices, internal plant and equipment and emergency back-up generators and fuel storage. The development will also include cycle and car parking, internal roads, landscaping, security perimeter fence, ancillary infrastructure and a substation. An Appeal Decision involving the proposed demolition and future development at The Point, an entertainment complex in Central Milton Keynes. The proposed redevelopment includes flexible Class E leisure/retail uses (upper and lower ground level), up to 487 apartments over the upper floors (up to 21 storeys with a floor to floor height of 3m plus a crown structure), re-cladding of the existing car park with leisure uses (bar, outdoor sports and cinema) at rooftop level. Visit our Website: | |||
| The Transformation of Cities by the Former Mayor of Bristol, Lord Marvin Rees OBE (S16 E4) | 03 Jul 2025 | 00:58:55 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Lord Marvin Rees OBE. Marvin is a Labour Party politician who served as the Mayor of Bristol from 2016 to 2024 and became a life peer in February 2025. He has a background in public health, journalism, and social justice advocacy. Latest News Update on planning related matters. An Appeal Decision on Land West of Chapel Road in Smallfield, Surrey that was made by B Yond Homes Ltd against the previous decision of Tandridge District Council. The proposed development was for up to 270 dwellings; private parking; landscaping and public open space; SuDS; and flood alleviation measures. An Appeal Decision on Land at Ham Road in Faversham, Kent and was made by Gladman Developments Limited against the prior decision of Swale Borough Council. The development proposed is the erection of up to 250 dwellings, including affordable housing, public open space, landscaping, sustainable urban drainage system and vehicular access point. A Decision of the SoS for Energy Security and Net Zero for the Oaklands Farm Solar Park Project in Rosliston, South Derbyshire. The proposed 191-hectare development would have a generating capacity of over 50 megawatts, an export capacity of 162.3MW (alternating current) and an import capacity of 37.5MW (alternating current) to the National Grid. Visit our Website: | |||
| Chair of Parliament's Housing Select Committee, Florence Eshalomi MP (S16 E3) | 19 Jun 2025 | 00:51:45 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Florence Eshalomi, Labour (Co-op) MP for Vauxhall and Camberwell Green and is the current Chair of the MHCLG Select Committee. The Committee scrutinises the policy, administration and spending of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. It is made up of MPs from across the House of Commons. Latest News Update on planning related matters. An Appeal Decision for land at Old Park Lane in Farnham by Gleeson Land Limited against the decision of Waverley Borough Council. The proposal is for 83 dwellings (including 24 affordable) and public open space/country park including related play space, community orchard, wildlife pond, internal access roads, footways/footpaths and drainage basins/corridor. An Appeal Decision at New Hall Farm, Overton in Wakefield by Boom Developments Limited against the decision of Wakefield Metropolitan District Council. The development proposed is the installation of a renewable energy generating station comprising ground-mounted photovoltaic solar arrays together with substation, transformer stations, site accesses, internal access tracks, security measures, access gates, other ancillary infrastructure and landscaping and biodiversity enhancements. A High Court Decision between Bellway Homes Limited and the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government regarding refusal of planning permission by Durham County Council in relation to land to the north of George Pit Lane, Great Lumley, County Durham. The proposed development included the erection of 148 dwellings with associated access, infrastructure and landscaping. Visit our Website: | |||
| Architect of the UK Supreme Court, Elsie Owusu OBE RA (S16 E2) | 12 Jun 2025 | 01:00:39 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Elsie Owusu OBE RA, Architect and Principal at Elsie Owusu Architects. Elsie is a founding member and the first chair of the Society of Black Architects. Her projects include the U.K. Supreme Court and Green Park tube station. She has been an elected RIBA Council member since 2014, a vice-chair of the London School of Architecture, and a Royal Academician. She was recently part of the Radix Big Tent Housing Commission. Latest News Update on planning related matters.
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| Our 5th Anniversary Show with Lord Ben Gascoigne, Chair of the Built Environment Committee (S16 E1) | 22 May 2025 | 01:05:30 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Lord Ben Gascoigne, Chair of the Built Environment Committee in the House of Lord. The Built Environment Committee was appointed to consider matters relating to the built environment, including policies relating to housing, planning, transport and infrastructure. Latest News Updates
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| Joanna Averley, The Government's Chief Planner at the MHCLG (S15 E5) | 10 Apr 2025 | 01:03:41 | |
Our Special Guest this week, returning for a fourth time, is Joanna Averley, Chief Planner at the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. We ask Joanna about the current and pending reforms to planning law and policy. An Appeal Decision involving Churchill Retirement Living against Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole Council regarding planning permission for redevelopment to form a multigenerational community comprising 177 open market, affordable and retirement living apartments, 237 square metres of Class E commercial space, communal facilities, access, car parking, landscaping and all associated works at the former Southern Gas Network Site, Christchurch. The appeal was made under section 78 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) against a failure to give notice within the prescribed period of a decision on an application for planning permission. A Decision of the Secretary of State for Transport on the proposed expansion of Luton Airport. The application would grant development consent for the expansion of London Luton Airport to enable an increase in overall passenger capacity to 32 million passengers per year. The application also includes the construction of a new passenger terminal, additional aircraft stands and associated redevelopment of existing facilities and infrastructure. An Appeal Decision involving Galliford Try Investments (GTI) against the decision of Milton Keynes Council with the view to demolish a vacant 2-storey building (Class E) and the erection of a 33-storey building comprising commercial floor space (Class E) on the ground floor and mezzanine level with residential units on upper floors comprising up to 302 dwellings and associated works, at Jaipur and Orchard Lounge, 599 Grafton Gate, Milton Keynes. The appeal was made under section 78 of the Town and Country Planning (T&CP) Act 1990 (as amended) against a refusal to grant planning permission. Visit our Website: | |||
| Master Planner Extraordinaire: Jason Prior, Chief Executive of Prior + Partners (S15 E4) | 27 Mar 2025 | 01:01:40 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Jason Prior, Chief Executive of Prior + Partners, whose projects include the 2012 London Olympics, Rio 2016, Google's California Campus and a new city in Saudi Arabia. A Decision of the High Court involving the National Farmers Union, Herefordshire Council, The Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities and River Action UK relating to challenging the lawfulness of policy W3 of the Herefordshire Minerals and Waste Local Plan (“MWLP”). Policy W3 refers to Agricultural waste management, including for livestock units. A Decision of the Court of Appeal relating to the objection of a proposed construction of a 15-meter-high mobile phone mast by Cignal Infrastructure Limited on behalf of the mobile network operator Three, on a site located within Cheltenham’s Central Conservation area. An Appeal Decision regarding a proposed development of up to 190 homes by Persimmon Homes Severn Valley on Land at Rectory Farm North, Chescombe Road, Yatton. The 190 homes are comprised of flats, semi-detatched, detatched and terraced housing with 50% of them being affordable. Visit our Website: | |||
| The Planning and Infrastructure Bill with Victoria Hills, Chief Executive of the RTPI (S15 E3) | 13 Mar 2025 | 01:00:42 | |
This episode is dedicated to the memory and friend of the show, Jonathan Easton KC, who sadly passed away from bowel cancer on the morning of the 2nd of March 2025. Jonathan's family have nominated both St John's Hospice and Bowel Cancer UK as charities to donate to in his memory. If you can spare anything at all to donate to these two wonderful organisations, we would be forever grateful. St John's Hospice, North Lancashire & South Lakes Our Special Guest this week is Victoria Hills MRTPI FICE and is the Chief Executive of the Royal Town Planning Institute. Victoria is joining us to talk about the new Planning and Infrastructure Bill. An appeal decision from the Minister of State for Housing and Planning on behalf of the Secretary of State regarding a solar project on land located in Melton Borough Council. An appeal decision regarding planning permission for 95 dwellings with associated access, parking and landscape; and outline application for 5 self-build plots, with access discharged, on land at 722 Kenilworth Road and land adjacent to Harper Fields Care Home in Balsall Common. An appeal decision from the Minister of State for Housing and Planning on behalf of the Secretary of State regarding a New Motorway Service area between junctions 7 and 8 of the M56 in Tatton, Cheshire. Visit our Website: | |||
| Níall McLaughlin RA, World Renowned Architect (S15 E2) | 30 Jan 2025 | 01:02:53 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Níall McLaughlin RA. Níall is Professor of Architectural Practice at the Bartlett School of Architecture, University College London. Latest News Update on planning related matters. A High Court Judgement where Amalgamated Smart Metering Ltd filed a claim form seeking permission to apply for judicial review of the decision of Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council dated 22 February 2024 to grant outline planning permission for residential development comprising up to 120 units including details of means of access at a former bus depot at Midland Road, Masbrough, Rotherham. The application for planning permission had been made by Prospect Estates Ltd. An Appeal Decision regarding planning permission for a temporary 49.35MW battery energy storage facility, with security fencing, access and associated works on land off Chapel Lane, Great Barr, Walsall in accordance with the terms of the application, Ref 23/1286 dated 4 October 2023. One of the first decisions to consider the issue of ‘grey belt’ land in favour of the Appellant. An Appeal Decision regarding a development proposed for a sand and gravel quarry with progressive restoration using site derived and imported inert material to agricultural parkland, public access and nature enhancement. This decision supersedes that issued on 5 May 2023. That decision on the appeal was quashed by order of the High Court. Visit our website: hwgpnfy.com | |||
| Devolution Revolution with Lord Ben Houchen, Mayor of the Tees Valley (S15 E1) | 16 Jan 2025 | 01:07:42 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Lord Ben Houchen, Mayor of the Tees Valley to discuss the English Devolution White Paper published by MHCLG before Christmas. The proposal gives Mayors new responsibilities for strategic planning and much more. Latest News Update on planning related matters. Decision of the Court of Appeal dated 11 December 2024 which deals in great detail with the service provisions relating to Section 288 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 relating to the statutory right of appeal after an Inspectors decision by way of Section 78 and a detailed examination of the requirements in law relating to both lodging the proceedings in court and service under that statutory provision. This is a seminal decision for anyone who is or might be involved in planning appeals litigation. Decision of an Inspector dated 9 January 2025 which deals with the service of an enforcement notice by Royal Borough of Greenwich relating to a 15 storey and 23 storey residential blocks requiring the demolition of the building in which the Inspector upheld the notice but crucially allowed the retention of the buildings by materially amending the requirements of the notice. Decision of an Inspector dated 7 January 2025 which deals with a significant solar farm proposal for 47.28 MWp in Mid Suffolk District Council in which the Inspector granted planning permission by concluding that the proposal was supported by the planning balance and that the proposal accorded with the development plan as a whole and the appeal should be allowed. Visit our Website: hwgpnfy.com #HWGPNFY | |||
| Introducing the New National Planning Policy Framework: December 2024 Update (S14 E7) | 12 Dec 2024 | 01:00:49 | |
The New National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) is out now! We cover key changes to Housing, Economic Provisions, Green Belt and Grey Belt, Development Plans, Flooding, Climate Change and many other things! The new Framework along with other resources, is available for download and viewing on our website by clicking here. This episode is also very important for another reason. We are saying goodbye to the wonderful Mary Cook, who is passing on the torch to Thea Osmund-Smith, who will join us as a permanent panellist in 2025 and beyond. From all of us here at Have We Got Planning News For You, thank you so much for making the show what it is today. Have We Got Planning News for You is a light-hearted review of the month's latest developments by five barristers from across the Planning Bar: Paul Tucker KC, Mary Cook, Sasha White KC, Charles Banner KC, Thea Osmund-Smith and Christopher Young KC. Visit our Website: hwgpnfy.com #HWGPNFY #NPPF #NPPF2024 | |||
| Inquiries that Shape the Future: Lord Moylan, Chairman of the Built Environment Select Committee (S14 E6) | 05 Dec 2024 | 01:01:23 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Lord Daniel Moylan, Chairman of the Built Environment Select Committee. The Committee was appointed to consider matters relating to the built environment, including policies relating to housing, planning, transport and infrastructure. Latest News Update on planning related matters.
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| The Future of Placemaking: Pooja Agrawal, Chief Executive Officer at Public Practice (S14 E5) | 21 Nov 2024 | 01:01:12 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Pooja Agrawal is the Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of Public Practice. Public Practice is a not-for-profit organisation that builds the skills and capability of the public sector to improve the quality, equality and sustainability of places.
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| Biodiversity Net Gain: Rachel Danemann, Planning Manager for the Midlands & South West, Home Builders Federation (S14 E4) | 08 Nov 2024 | 00:59:07 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Rachel Danemann MRTPI CIHCM AssocRICS, Planning Manager (Midlands & South West) Home Builders Federation.
Charlie Banner KC review proposes roadmap to speed up delivery of national infrastructure: Visit our Website: hwgpnfy.com #HWGPNFY | |||
| The Promoters Policy Premier: Phill Bamford, Policy Director at the Land, Planning & Development Federation (S14 E3) | 17 Oct 2024 | 01:01:25 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Phill Bamford, Policy Director at the Land, Planning & Development Federation. Also featuring, standing in for Charlie Banner this week, is Thea Osmund-Smith from No.5 Chambers. Latest News Updates on planning related matters.
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| The Planning Officers Advocate: Mike Kiely, Chair of the Board at the Planning Officers Society (S14 E2) | 03 Oct 2024 | 01:03:06 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Mike Kiely, Chair of the Board at the Planning Officers Society.
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| Strategic Planning with Catriona Riddell, Director of Catriona Riddell & Associates (S14 E1) | 19 Sep 2024 | 01:00:07 | |
Our returning Special Guest this week is Catriona Riddell FRPTI, Director of Catriona Riddell & Associates Ltd.
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| Discussing the Proposed Reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework: July 2024 Update (S13 E6) | 31 Jul 2024 | 00:57:31 | |
In this impromptu special summer episode, we're discussing proposed changes to the NPPF as announced by the Deputy Prime Minister and Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, Angela Rayner on the 30th of July 2024. The proposal is open for consultation for 8 weeks and more information on how to respond can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/proposed-reforms-to-the-national-planning-policy-framework-and-other-changes-to-the-planning-system Episode resources can be found on our website here: https://havewegotplanningnewsforyou.com/discussing-the-proposed-reforms-to-the-national-planning-policy-framework-july-2024-update-s13-e6/ #HWGPNFY | |||
| Planning & Resilient Systems with Professor Samer Bagaeen (S13 E5) | 28 Jun 2024 | 01:01:04 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Professor Samer Bagaeen BSc MSc MBA PhD MRTPI FRICS, Professor of Planning & Resilient Systems at the University of Kent.
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| Our 100th Episode with Rob Rinder (S13 E4) | 14 Jun 2024 | 01:06:42 | |
Our returning Special Guest this week for our 100th episode is Rob Rinder MBE, barrister, host of the ITV’s Good Morning Britain and Judge Rinder. Latest News Update on planning related matters.
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| Discussing the Plan Led System with Simon Berkeley, Head of Local Plans at the Planning Inspectorate (S13 E3) | 23 May 2024 | 01:04:37 | |
Our Special Guest this week is Simon Berkeley BA MA MRTPI, Head of Local Plans, at the Planning Inspectorate.
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| Planning Journalism: Simon Wicks, Deputy Editor of The Planner (S13 E2) | 09 May 2024 | 01:01:09 | |
Our special guest this week is Simon Wicks, Deputy Editor of the Planner, the official member magazine of the Royal Town Planning Institute. Latest News Update on planning related matters.
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