Unauthorised Development: What Does ‘Intentional’ Really Mean?
The National Planning Policy Framework (August 2026) introduced a new decision-making policy which has the…
October 6, 2026 By Oliver Bradbear
When does a highway impact justify the refusal of planning?
Highway objections can often become decisive in planning applications, particularly for larger schemes where modelling…
September 29, 2026 By Michelle Perring
Facing a Common Land Registration Application – a Landowner’s Guide
Whilst common land has an owner, it also carries rights for other people that enable…
September 24, 2026 By Oliver Bradbear
Why Planning Matters to the Future of British Farming
As discussions from Back British Farming Day continue, one point raised by the National Farmers'…
September 17, 2026 By Tamara Hasson
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
Biodiversity Net Gain: What do the Latest Reforms Mean for Developers and Landowners?
Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) has become an established feature of the planning system, requiring most…
August 17, 2026 By Christine Yau
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