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Appeals round-up: Hotel extension could disrupt wintering seabirds; Essex tennis club's housing plans approved
29th May, 2020
Summary
A round-up of planning appeals: 23 May-29 May, 2020
Tory MP to chair interim board for new homes ombudsman
29th May, 2020
Summary
Natalie Elphicke is to chair the interim board of an independent body that will have responsibility for the quality of new homes and tackle consumer concerns.
Legal briefs: Jenrick admits Isle of Dogs decision was 'unlawful'; Clare fisherman scotches Co Mayo cable scheme
29th May, 2020
Summary
A round-up of legal news: 23 May-29 May, 2020
UK’s largest solar park granted consent despite major opposition
29th May, 2020
Summary
Controversial plans for the UK’s biggest solar park have been approved after the government rejected protests about its effect on the Kent countryside.
RICS calls for step-change in retrofitting housing
29th May, 2020
Summary
The government must make a step-change in policies for decarbonising the UK’s existing housing stock as part of a resilient recovery from Covid-19.
Supreme Court rules on decorative urns planning saga
29th May, 2020
Summary
A listed buildings enforcement appeal inspector should have considered whether decorative urns were “buildings” under a ruling by the Supreme Court on a five-year planning battle between a member of the public and Stratford-upon-Avon Council.
Campaign launched to put music centre stage for urban recovery
29th May, 2020
Summary
A campaign has been launched to ensure music is at the heart of recovery and resilience plans in towns and cities around the world.
Lawyers consider to appeal against High Court’s Drax ruling
29th May, 2020
Summary
Environmental lawyers are considering an appeal against the High Court’s rejection of their challenge to a development consent for the controversial Drax gas plant project.
RTPI signs new concordat with Planning Officers Society
29th May, 2020
Summary
The RTPI and the Planning Officers Society (POS) have signed a concordat to promote planning over the next five years.
Jenrick admits decision on Isle of Dogs scheme was “unlawful”
29th May, 2020
Summary
Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick has accepted that he approved a £1 billion housing development in east London unlawfully.
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Great Yarmouth Borough Council: Senior Planning Officer x 2 posts
22nd May, 2020
Band 8, Salary £33,799 - £37,849: Great Yarmouth Borough Council: You need to be able to demonstrate experience in the development management function with local planning authority and committee experience.. Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
Manchester City Council: Deputy Director of Planning
30th April, 2020
SS2 £68,526 74,175 per annum: Manchester City Council: Manchester has a clear vision to be in the top flight of world class-cities by 2025; a city that is thriving... Town Hall Extension. Manchester, M60 0AL
Great Yarmouth Borough Council: Development Manager
22nd May, 2020
Band 10, Salary £43,662 - £47,318: Great Yarmouth Borough Council: We are looking for candidates who have a degree or diploma in Planning and have full corporate membership.. Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
Coventry City Council: Head of Planning Policy and Environment
22nd May, 2020
£57,625 - £63,693: Coventry City Council: As Head of Policy and Environment, you will provide strong professional leadership to ensure the delivery of a quality customer focused service Coventry
Cheshire Constabulary: Principal Planner
21st May, 2020
Competitive: Cheshire Constabulary: Cheshire Constabulary is a high performing and ambitious force where energy and a commitment to drive improvement is essential. Cheshire
Selby District Council: Project Manager - Selby Town High Street Heritage Action Zone
15th May, 2020
Salary Band – 3c Annual Salary – £33,799 per annum: Selby District Council: The Project Manager will develop, co-ordinate and implement the programme set out in the HSHAZ Delivery Plan Selby, North Yorkshire