More than half of all English local authorities are now using the new Appeal a Planning Decision Service 

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With the introduction of the new Appeal A Planning Decision Service, the Appeals Casework Portal closure will be happening by April 2026. What does this mean for appellants and LPAs?

Bridging university and career: Lessons from a placement year 

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Hafren Thomas at a site visit.

Hafren Thomas reflects on her transformative placement year as an Environmental Impact Assessment Advisor at the Planning Inspectorate. From hands-on experience with planning appeals to navigating hybrid working, discover how her year in government helped bridge the gap between academic study and career aspirations. 

Reflections on the NSIP Forum 2025: Embracing change and innovation in infrastructure planning

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David Price, Service Lead for Infrastructure at the Planning Inspectorate, shares insights from the recent Waterfront NSIP Conference, updates on infrastructure projects, and announces the April launch of a customer-focused service transformation. Read about new linear infrastructure guidance, digital improvements, and enhanced feedback channels.

Appeals Service: London Borough of Barnet pilots new Householder Appeals system

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Aerial view of residential area. Text over says "London Borough of Barnet takes flight with new Householder Appeals system."

Oliver Blower and Tom Sedgman are leading the improvements to the Planning Inspectorate's Applications and Appeals Service. In this post, they are announcing an exciting milestone in our ongoing efforts to modernise the appeals process.