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Local plans

Working together to make delivery a reality 

Graham Stallwood, 21 July 2025 - Appeals, Local plans, nationally significant infrastructure projects

Graham Stallwood, the Planning Inspectorate’s Chief Operating Officer, talks about our latest performance and working together to deliver a better planning system for all. 

Last Call: Join the Planning Inspectorate as a Band 2 or 3 Inspector

pinscomms, 5 June 2025 - Local plans, nationally significant infrastructure projects, Public service, Recruitment

Be an independent decision maker. Planning Inspectors needed to lead on major plans and infrastructure. Apply by 8 June.

1000 local plans

Jerry Youle, 7 May 2021 - Examinations, Local plans

Jerry Youle, Professional Lead for Local Plans, explains the role of local plans. He shares an insight into the work that goes into this vital aspect of the planning system, and celebrates a big milestone: the 1000th local plan submitted to the Planning Inspectorate. 

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