Simplified National Planning Policy Framework published
27 Mar 2012
A simplified planning framework was published today, with planning minister Greg Clark insisting it will support growth and help create homes and jobs.
Industry bodies will take united lobbying to Parliament in their bid to secure drought exemptions for landscaping projects.
A simplified planning framework was published today, with planning minister Greg Clark insisting it will support growth and help create homes and jobs.
Water companies have announced blanket hosepipe bans across the south east of England in response to a Drought Prospects report from the Environment Agency.
A floral features firm that created a planter to mark the Olympic Games torch relay has scrapped its design for fear that it would be sued by the event's organisers.
Policy on flood defence criticised for failing to recognise role of agriculture and food production.
Research has shown many local authorities are critical of the Government's National Planning Policy Framework.
The chancellor's autumn statement - which promised a delay in a 3p rise in fuel duty due in January, a £30bn programme of public works and a pledge to underwrite £40bn in loans for small businesses - has been welcomed by industry figures.
The Chancellor's autumn statement brought mixed fortunes for horticultural businesses and organisations across the UK.
The Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) has declared its support for the underlying objectives of the Localism Bill and welcomed the central role of planning at the heart of the localism agenda.
Every riot-hit street, square and parade in Tottenham and Croydon is to be repaired thanks to a £20m funding boost announced by the mayor of London last week.
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