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Have We Got Planning News for You is a light-hearted review of the last two weeks developments by six barristers from across the Planning Bar: Paul Tucker KC, Sasha White KC, Thea Osmund-Smith, Victoria Hutton, Charles Banner KC and Christopher Young KC. We invite a special guest from the most influential ranks of the Planning World, and we host a special topic every two weeks from Garden Cities to Planning Reform. The views expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of the panellists.

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Recent Episodes

June 18, 2026

Rebecca Phillips, The UK Government's Chief Planning Inspector (S19 E2)

We experienced some major connectivity issues this week which has unfortunately resulted in some video problems. We've tried to resolve this as best we can in the final edit and apologise for the inconvenience. Our Special Guest this week is Rebecca Phillips, Chief Planning Inspector at the Planning Inspectorate. Rebecca has held the role on an interim basis since March 2025, during which time she has led work to enhance and systemise inspector learning and development. She has also collaborated closely with the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government and other stakeholders on significant reforms to the planning system, including the draft new National Planning Policy Framework and new approaches to local and strategic planning. Latest News Update on planning related matters. A High Court Decision between North Somerset District Council and the Secretary of State requesting to allow an appeal by Persimmon Homes to be granted outline planning permission for 190 homes on land at Rectory Farm in Yatton. A High Court Decision involving Thomas Armstrong Aggregates Ltd and the Secretary of State in an application under paragraph 9, Schedule 13 of the Environment Act 1995 (EA 1995). The application concerned a site at High Close Quarry, Plumbland, Cumbria. An Appeal Decision to uphold Thurrock Council’s decision to refuse a request by a housing developer to modify a Section 106 agreement. The developer sought to revise-down education and affordable housing commitments arguing the obligations were impacting on the viability of the scheme. The cases centre of Section 106B of the TCPA 1990 but also raised important procedural issues about the process. Visit our Website:<a href="https://havewegotplanningnewsforyou.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠⁠⁠⁠hwgpnfy.com</a>

June 4, 2026

Jan Bessell, The 2026 President of the Royal Town Planning Institute (S19 E1)

Our Special Guest this week is Jan Bessell, the 2026 President of the Royal Town Planning Institute. Currently a Strategic Planning Adviser at Pinsent Masons, she has worked on a range of planning projects, from community-led initiatives and neighbourhood plans to nationally significant infrastructure projects. Latest News Update on planning related matters. A Decision of the Court of Appeal involving a proposal to expand Luton Airport to enable an increase in passenger capacity to 32 million passengers per annum and is earmarked as a nationally significant infrastructure project. An Appeal Decision for Land at Snows Ride in Surrey for 154 integrated retirement community units and 33 dwellings together with a general practice surgery, the creation of suitable alternative natural greenspace, landscaping, car parking, access, maintenance workshop, refuse storage and communal facilities. Both an Appeal Decision and a Costs Decision for the Aylesham Centre, Rye Lane in London. The development proposed is for the demolition of existing buildings and phased redevelopment to provide a replacement supermarket and associated service yard and car parking, flexible retail, leisure, and commercial accommodation, dwellings, landscaping and associated works. Visit our Website:<a href="https://havewegotplanningnewsforyou.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠⁠hwgpnfy.com</a>

March 27, 2026

John Fingleton and Mustafa Latif-Aramesh on the Nuclear Regulatory Review (S18 E4)

Our Special Guests this week are John Fingleton and Mustafa Latif-Aramesh. John led an independent taskforce looking into the reform of nuclear regulations in the UK and Mustafa was Lead Author of the Planning Chapter in the review. The Government’s response to the Fingleton Review was published a few days ago. Latest News Update on planning related matters. A Court of Appeal Decision concerning a legal challenge to a council’s approval of detailed plans for a housing development of up to 170 homes in Buckinghamshire. The dispute focuses on whether the council was entitled to approve those details when issues around wastewater infrastructure and drainage had not yet been fully resolved. An Appeal Decision regarding a council’s refusal of planning permission for a residential development of 115 homes on a long-disused former sports site in Rugby. The proposal includes demolition of existing structures and the creation of housing, access, landscaping, and associated infrastructure. An Appeal Decision for a proposed extension of Woodford Garden Village in Stockport. Key issues considered include the impact of the development on the character and appearance of the area, as well as matters such as layout, design quality, and how the scheme integrates with its surroundings. An Appeal Decision relating to a proposal to convert buildings at Mount Clare Campus in Roehampton Gate into temporary hostel accommodation for homeless people on the local housing authorities housing lists. The Inspector considered impacts on heritage assets, the suitability and completeness of the site’s development, the mix and quality of accommodation, and the provision of play space and local accessibility. Visit our Website:<a href="https://havewegotplanningnewsforyou.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">⁠⁠hwgpnfy.com</a>

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What is Have We Got Planning News For You?: Have We Got Planning News for You is a light-hearted review of the last two weeks developments by six barristers from across the Planning Bar: Paul Tucker KC, Sasha White KC, Thea Osmund-Smith, Victoria Hutton, Charles Banner KC and Christopher Young KC.

We invite a special guest from the most influential ranks of the Planning World, and we host a special topic every two weeks from Garden Cities to Planning Reform.

The views expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of the panellists.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates weekly.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Information about guest appearances is not available.

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