planning system
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Conveying the benefits of development is key
Simple steps can increase public understanding, paving the way towards much-needed development
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The gritty reality of the planning committee
COMMENT “In numerous committees, I have witnessed the proceedings descend into a raucous mob rule”
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Planning system at its weakest, says Peter Rees
Former City of London planning chief says the system is too political
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Could this be the worst planning crisis in the last decade?
COMMENT Things really are at an all-time low, and frustration is at an all-time high
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Planning system “set up to fail”, say councillors
Almost 300 councillors say they have voted against their planners’ advice
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Planning system grinding to a halt as delays rise
Just 19% of applications are processed in 13 weeks, down from 57% 10 years ago
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Starmer takes aim at planning system that favours ‘the already wealthy’
The Labour leader is adding detail to his growth plans
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Government confirms planning u-turn
Neighbours will be allowed to object to developments, but Lords say stop tinkering or miss targets