"Many people are inspired by the idea of building their own home. And yet very few take the plunge and turn this dream into a reality. "

"The Mayor’s Draft London Plan, published on 16 July 2026 for consultation until 15 October, emerges into a very different national planning context from that of its 2021 predecessor. "

"This podcast discusses the significance of some of the changes, including viability, settlement boundaries and the grey belt; as well as how this all relates to the new London Plan."

"Flood risk is an increasingly important consideration in the planning system."

"Environmental Impact Assessment is a critical process in the planning and development sector, designed to ensure that the likely significant environmental effects of development projects are understood."

"This is the third in a short series of blogs explaining the role of archaeology in the planning process. "

"In the second in a short series of blogs on archaeology and the planning process, we look at what local planning authorities (LPAs) and county archaeologists may require in the form of predetermination investigations."

"An increase in planning application fees will formally come into effect in England on Wednesday 6 December 2023."