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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.

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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

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.