Planning to be an expert witness? Here’s what to do.
Rebecca Phillips, the Planning Inspectorate’s Interim Chief Planning Inspector gives us information on how to be the most effective expert witness for everyone’s benefit.
Reflections on the NSIP Forum 2025: Embracing change and innovation in infrastructure planning
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David Price, Posted on:
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Applications, nationally significant infrastructure projects
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: Four LPAs join Householder Appeals system trial
Following the successful launch of our pilot with the London Borough of Barnet, we're excited to announce the expansion of our trial to include four additional local planning authorities (LPAs).
What do our future innovators and leaders look like?
As we celebrate National Inclusion week, Sarah Jane North reflects on our support of the Springboard Programme. This programme gives a group of students the opportunity to spend a week in London, finding solutions to some real-world challenges.
Appeals Service: London Borough of Barnet pilots new Householder Appeals system
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Oliver Blower and Tom Sedgman, Posted on:
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Appeals, Digital, Service improvement
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.
Apprenticeships: How to start one and tips for success!
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Sam Pusar, Posted on:
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apprenticeships, Diversity and Inclusion, Innovation, People
As we celebrate National Apprenticeship Week from 5 to 11 February 2024, Sam Pusar shares the exciting opportunities that await at The Planning Inspectorate and the immense benefits of undertaking an apprenticeship.
Raising aspirations through Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) volunteering
Rebecca Phillips, a Professional Lead at the Inspectorate, shares her insightful story of volunteering for the RTPI.
A new home for National Infrastructure Planning
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Oliver Blower, Posted on:
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Applications, nationally significant infrastructure projects, Service improvement
Oliver Blower is leading the improvements to the Inspectorate’s Applications Service. In this post he explains the developments being made to the online service for nationally significant infrastructure projects (NSIPs).
A Day in the Life of an Infrastructure Inspector
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sarahburgess, Posted on:
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Examinations, nationally significant infrastructure projects, People, Recruitment
Have you ever wondered what it's like to be an Infrastructure Inspector at the Planning Inspectorate? Two of our inspectors, Menaka and Jason, shed light on the exciting challenges and responsibilities that come with this role.
The Planning Inspectorate and Springboard, providing opportunities for young people
Internal Communications Manager, Sarah North, relives her experience taking part in the Springboard Programme which provides opportunities for young people from all backgrounds to tackle the world’s biggest challenges.