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PLANNING

Is the 'stick'-led approach in planning reform the best strategy?

By Ben Standing | 23 December 2024

New planning rules feature a heavy presumption in favour of development, but Ben Standing argues ...

POLICY AND POLITICS

Prezza, Angela and beauty in the eye of the beholder

By Sir Bob Neill | 17 December 2024

Sir Bob Neill looks at what the deputy prime minister can learn from her political predecessor.

PLANNING

Government changes rules to spot slow planners

By Dan Peters | 17 December 2024

The speed with which councils decide planning applications will be assessed over a shorter time p...

HOUSING

Housing: Time to talk to councils

By Trevor Scott | 17 December 2024

If local government is truly the valued and equal partner of government, it’s crucial to have a c...

POLITICS

Increased housebuilding targets for councils

By Dan Peters | 12 December 2024

Areas with the highest unaffordability for housing and greatest potential for growth will be hand...

POLICY AND POLITICS

Stick to the long-term, Sir Keir

By Michael Burton | 11 December 2024

While unforeseen events can knock a new government off course, ministers need to ensure they keep...

POLITICS

Rayner: NIMBYs will no longer have upper hand

By Dan Peters | 09 December 2024

Deputy prime minister Angela Rayner has announced plans to end the influence of NIMBYs on housebu...

REGENERATION

Regeneration: Fade to grey

By David Blackman | 04 December 2024

David Blackman takes a look at the possible implications of the Government’s green belt shake-up ...

HOUSING

Regeneration: Look lively

By Jackie Sadek | 03 December 2024

Jackie Sadek opines on the potential for housing growth under the new Government after a series ...

REORGANISATION

Bright dawn for reform

By Greg Clark | 03 December 2024

Greg Clark sees a ‘positive and exciting’ future for local government as reorganisation looms on ...

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frederica-diamanta

Executive Director of Place and Sustainability

up to £171,596

If you recognise the professional possibilities, this could be the next role for you. Apply for this job

Cambridgeshire County Council

Electrical Design Lead

Grade 13 £49,178 - £52,937 per annum

You will lead a team of engineers and technicians, providing expert guidance and technical leadership Apply for this job

Derbyshire County Council

Head of Pensions

£84,421 to £93,565 plus benefits and relocation support

Premium jobWelcome and thank you for your interest in leading Hertfordshire Pension Fund as our next Head of Pensions Apply for this job

Hertfordshire County Council

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