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The Planning Summit - FTB

The Planning Summit

How to get ahead of the government’s drive for a more development-friendly planning system


Join Planning, DCP, and Compass for exclusive insights into the latest planning reforms, direct from the leaders driving change.

Explore critical topics like fostering a positive planning culture, navigating speculative applications, the future of local and strategic plans, and delivering affordable housing. The Planning Summit 2025 is the premier event for shaping tomorrow's communities – be there!

The agenda is now available with more information on content and speakers to be announced in the coming weeks.

This event is CPD certified.

THERE ARE ONLY 5 TICKETS REMAINING

Also take advantage of our group discount! Bookings on standard rate tickets in groups of 3+ are eligible for a 10% discount that will be applied automatically at checkout. We recognise the value of learning in teams and encourage you to bring your colleagues.

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"The Planning Summit provides the professionals who operate and navigate the planning system with an authoritative briefing on forthcoming opportunities and challenges, and how best to handle them"

Richard Garlick - Editor | Planning

Who is speaking at The Planning Summit?

  • Graham Thomas - Head of Planning & Sustainable Development, Essex County Council

     

  • Millie Dodd - Senior Communications and Marketing Manager, Shared Voices

     

  • Harry Quartermain - Head of Research and Insight, Landtech

  • Rob Krzyszowski - Director of Planning & Building Standards, London Borough of Haringey

  • Rebecca Phillips - Interim Chief Planning Inspector, The Planning Inspectorate (PINS)

  • Joanna Averley - Chief Planner, Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG)

  • Sir Michael Lyons - Chair, The New Towns Taskforce

  • Lord Charles Banner KC - Barrister (King’s Counsel), Keating Chambers & Working Peer, House of Lords

  • Paul Campbell - Chief Executive, Richborough

  • Philip Barnes - Group Land and Planning Director, Barratt Redrow

  • Pauleen Lane - Professional lead for infrastructure, The Planning Inspectorate (PINS)

  • Sara Whelan - Area Head, Planning Capacity and Capability, Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

  • David Morris - Planning and Operations Director, Catesby Estates

  • Anthony Lee - Head Of UK Development Viability, BNP Paribas Real Estate

  • Milan Bogunovic - Programme Director, Digital Planning, Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG)

  • Rebecca Clutten - Barrister, Francis Taylor Building

  • Chris Buckle - Director, Residential Research, Savills, Head Office London

  • Catriona Riddell - Director, Catriona Riddell & Associates Ltd

  • Steve Quartermain CBE

  • Liz Hobden - Principal Consultant, Planning Advisory Service

  • Louise Sloan - Assistant Director Planning, Newcastle City Council

  • Brett Leahy - Strategic Director of Planning, Growth and Infrastructure, Enfield Council

  • Gilian Macinnes - Director, Gilian Macinnes Associates

Why should YOU attend The Planning Summit?

Unparalleled Learning Opportunities

This event offered learning sessions led by industry experts, covering a wide range of critical topics on the planning agenda for the next 12 months. Attendees gained invaluable insights, practical strategies, and the latest updates to stay ahead in their field.

Networking with Industry Leaders

Attendees connected with fellow planning officers, consultants, developers, and planning lawyers to expand their networks and forge meaningful relationships.

With ample networking opportunities built into the agenda, they had the chance to exchange ideas and discuss the challenges the sector faces.

Full Coverage of Key Themes

From levelling up and Net Zero strategies to regulatory revisions and biodiversity net gain, this event covered all the essential themes shaping the future of UK planning.

By attending, participants gained a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the industry and how to navigate them effectively.

TICKETS INCLUDE:

PRESENTATIONS: Government initiatives shaping targeted development, including revisions to the NPPF and planning provisions in the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act.

DISCUSSION PANELS: Assessment of housing needs post- NPPF revisions, focusing on policy changes, council requirements, and opportunities for developers.

CASE STUDY PANELS: Review of collaborative planning efforts between council representatives and developers, highlighting effective communication, regulatory compliance, and community-centric planning.

WORKSHOPS: Our workshops cover key topics that are trending currently in the planning sector. These small roundtable discussions are the perfect setting to discuss, debate and share insights with others.

 

THOUGHT LEADERSHIP: How a Labour government will change the planning landscape, including strategies for affordable housing, sustainability, and community involvement.

 

PRACTICAL ADVICE: Gain advice on new policies, legislation and get insights on how you can accelerate decision-making in planning without compromising quality.

 

LEGISLATION REVIEW: We navigated the implementations and challenges of that need to be addressed by all the latest legislation and National Planning Policy Framework changes.

 THE FUTURE OF THE SECTOR: Together we will address topics such as recruiting and retaining skilled planning staff, the impact of the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act on plan-making, producing local plans within limited timescales, and approaches to enforcement amidst resource constraints.

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Date 11-06-2025
Cost (ex VAT) From £625
Location London
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