Planning

"A further significant step in the Government’s planning reform journey will come in the form of a return of strategic planning. "

"In December 2024, the Government announced the roll-out of a new plan-making system, enabled by the 2026 Regulations and to be guided by the draft NPPF, anticipated later in 2026. "

"New home delivery in England continues to fall well below the Government’s ambitions."

"Bridging the viability gap: how the UK Living sector can adapt and deliver"

"The introduction of the National Planning Framework 4 in February 2023 has led to several changes to how development will be planned in Scotland."

"Beyond the new requirements in NPF4, the wider issue facing housebuilding in Scotland is one of viability."