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Meadowbank redevelopment plans submitted
18th February, 2020
Summary
The masterplan for the regeneration of the Meadowbank suburb in Edinburgh have been lodged with City of Edinburgh Council.
Khan ‘on track’ to deliver 17,000 affordable homes
17th February, 2020
Summary
A total of 12,546 ‘genuinely’ affordable homes were started in London between March and December 2019, according to statistics published by the Greater London Authority (GLA).
Owner fined after 33 people were found in Whitechapel flat
17th February, 2020
Summary
Thames Magistrates’ Court has ordered the owner and agent of a Whitechapel flat to pay a fine of more than £30,000 over an illegal house in multiple occupation (HMO).
RTPI announces finalists for excellence awards
17th February, 2020
Summary
The finalists have been confirmed for the 2020 RTPI Awards for Planning Excellence.
RTPI signs up to UN sustainability commitment
17th February, 2020
Summary
The RTPI has subscribed to a new declaration that commits it to the United Nations (UN) vision for sustainable cities.
South Cambridgeshire approves Inholm plans
17th February, 2020
Summary
South Cambridgeshire District Council’s planning committee has approved plans for Inholm, a ‘contemporary’ Fenland village and the second phase of Cambridgeshire’s new town, Northstowe.
Oxfordshire county ‘would take on’ South Oxfordshire’s plan
17th February, 2020
Summary
Oxfordshire County Council has voted to accept an invitation from the housing secretary to prepare or revise the South Oxfordshire Local Plan.
Appeals round-up: Council 'worthy of admonishment' over 'perilous' listed cottage; Noise from ultrasound scanners 'extremely limited'
14th February, 2020
Summary
A round-up of planning appeals: 8 February-14 February, 2020
Legal briefs: Swansea illegal tree loppers appeal; Cumbria coal mine challenge
14th February, 2020
Summary
A round-up of legal news: 8 February-14 February, 2020
England round-up: Johnson appoints 10th housing minister in 10 years; Eight councils face presumption in favour of sustainable development
14th February, 2020
Summary
A round-up of planning news in England: 8 February-14 February, 2020
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North Norfolk District Council: Senior Planning Officers
3rd February, 2020
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North Norfolk District Council: Planning Officer
3rd February, 2020
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Charnwood Borough Council: P139 Compliance Technician
17th February, 2020
Grade C (SCP 8 – 12) £19,945 - £21,589 + Essential Car User Allowance: Charnwood Borough Council: Charnwood is a vibrant borough, with council offices based in Loughborough, Leicestershire. Leicestershire
Worcester City Council: Senior Planning Officer – Planning Policy
17th February, 2020
£31,684 - £35,546 per annum : Worcester City Council: Worcester is a great place to work. We have a thriving city centre, a great wealth of history and a fantastic... Worcester, Worcestershire
Coventry City Council: Principal Town Planner
17th February, 2020
£39,876 - £46,662 (including £3,000 supplement): Coventry City Council: Are you a full member of the RTPI? Coventry, West Midlands
Coventry City Council: Senior Town Planner
17th February, 2020
£34,371 - £40,849 (including £3,000 supplement): Coventry City Council: Do you hold a qualification in a planning related subject? Coventry, West Midlands