Archive

Coastal landowners 'would not be compensated'

22 June 2007

Landowners should not be compensated for allowing the public access to coastline, the government has proposed.

OFT to investigate housebuilding industry

22 June 2007

The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) has launched an investigation into allegations of unfair practices by the housebuilding industry.

Plans revealed 'to keep public spaces public'

22 June 2007

London's design agency is to introduce tough restrictions on the use and management of public space.

Morale booster

By Anthony Fyson

22 June 2007

The RTPI convention gave planners deserved recognition.

Public outcry halts Sighthill sport plan

22 June 2007

Protesters appear to have killed off plans to replace Meadowbank Stadium in the capital with an athletics and rugby arena at Sighthill.

Mobile phone masts erected

22 June 2007

Mobile phone masts have been erected because councils have missed deadlines for refusing prior approval applications, according to a report by the local government ombudsman.

Second opinion - Leyland

22 June 2007

This offshoot of Preston needs an improved public realm to come into its own.

V-shaped vision: Birmingham tower plan submitted

22 June 2007

Plans for a 50-storey, V-shaped building in central Birmingham were submitted this week by developer Arena Central Developments.

Appealing prospects

22 June 2007

Will streamlining the planning appeals system prolong delays and reduce democracy?

Global challenges

By Huw Morris

22 June 2007

Planners' role in bringing about social justice.