Videos

July 2024 – The Chancellor sets out case for planning reform in her first speech

Keep an eye on this page for video updates from our Director, David McFarlane, on the various issues you may face during consultation on development proposals

Our Latest Video:

David gives an overview of Rachel Reeves’ first speech as Chancellor as she sets out her case for planning reform

July 9, 2024

Previous Videos

David McFarlane discusses a recent planning consent and the importance of consultation and engagement.

David McFarlane shares his thoughts on a potential Labour win at the next general election and what this could mean for the planning and development industry.

David discusses what he hopes to hear from the two Tory leadership candidates during the hustings in Cheltenham.

David McFarlane discusses the impact of a change in Conservative Party leadership on planning and development policy in the UK.

David McFarlane discusses the upcoming local elections and EV charging points

James Newhall discusses the outcome of the Old Bexley and Sidcup by-election

David McFarlane reflects on the Ox-Cam Arc at Conference in Milton Keynes

David McFarlane talks about SP Broadway’s first in-person public exhibition since COVID

August 2021: David McFarlane speaks about the upcoming party conference season

June 2021: Update from David McFarlane on contents of the Planning Bill, SP Broadway Political Breakfasts and Pre-Planning Committee member briefings

September 2020 update

Reorganisation of tourist facilities

May 2020 update

Hotel regeneration

Community centre opening

Kingsgrove, Wantage

Providing infrastructure

Bellway Homes, Woolwich

Old Trafford

Communications for development projects in the public sector

Redevelopment of a brownfield site in a residential area – Emerald Gardens, Kew

Consultation on a town centre scheme – Bexleyheath

Rejuvenation of a historic market in a World Heritage Site – Greenwich

Providing areas of open space

Politics of Planning

Review: Breakfast with Rt Hon Nick Raynsford
December 6, 2024
Labour on track to call in more planning applications per year than previous Conservative administrations
November 29, 2024
Review: Chelmsford breakfast with Cllr Stephen Robinson
November 26, 2024

Politics of Planning is our weekly planning update, bringing you the news and analysis you need to plot a successful planning course though fast-changing political waters.

Events

Cllr Mike Rigby
Lead Member for Economic Development Planning and Assets, Somerset Council
Online via Microsoft Teams
7.45am - 10am
January 23, 2025
Cllr Sarah Bogle
Portfolio Holder for Economic Development (including planning), Southampton City Council
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February 04, 2025
Philip Barnes
Group Land & Planning Director, Barratt Developments
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February 18, 2025

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