Client Story – Imerys Has Impact
With over 30 operations in the UK and around 1,000 employees, Imerys has a rich,…
September 7, 2026 By Stephens Scown
Can I Move or Close my Public Footpath or Bridleway?
A public footpath or bridleway across private land can quickly become more than a minor…
September 2, 2026 By Oliver Bradbear
National Planning Policy Framework – Key Takeaways
The long-awaited new National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) was posted this week, introducing significant changes…
August 26, 2026 By Stephanie Crowle Connor
Partial breach of planning conditions – what is the enforcement impact?
How does a breach of planning permission restrict what can take place after the breach…
August 24, 2026 By Duncan Tilney
Planning Appeals and Enforcement: Why You Should Never Miss Your Opportunity
No reset and no second chances.The opportunity to have the planning merits of your scheme…
August 5, 2026 By Duncan Tilney
Section 70C and When a Missed Appeal Closes the Door
A council’s discretion not to accept for determination an application that overlaps matters that have…
August 4, 2026 By Duncan Tilney
Flooding and erosion – who is responsible?
Flooding has hit the headlines again recently with the launch of the Environment Agency’s “Draft…
July 21, 2026 By Richard Bagwell
Isolated homes in the Countryside
Anyone hoping to build a new home in the countryside will need to think about…
July 21, 2026 By Stephens Scown
Cutting red tape
The Cutting Red Tape review of house building was launched by the government on 2…
July 21, 2026 By Stephens Scown
The National Scheme of Delegation: what developers need to know
From 31 October 2026, England’s planning system is due to operate under a national scheme…
July 16, 2026 By Chris Tofts
Five Year Housing Land Supply Plus 20% Buffer
From 1st July 2026, the 5 Year Housing Land Supply plus the 20% buffer (referred…
July 14, 2026 By Chris Tofts
Development Finance, Risk and Viability: Key Insights From our Property Update Seminar
Rising costs, tighter margins and increasing regulatory requirements are making it more difficult than ever…
July 1, 2026 By Stephens Scown