What are the NPPF and the NPPG, and how do they work together?
A clear overview of how the NPPF and NPPG interact in plan-making and decision-taking.
Other useful articles
Additional articles and reference notes that complement our main Insights list.
What role does planning case law have in decision-taking?
How case law shapes interpretation, reasoning and lawfulness in planning decisions.
What a planning appraisal advises clients
An overview of planning appraisals, including baseline checks, policy context and the route to consent.
Changes to the Use Classes Order: what they mean in practice
An overview of the 2020 Use Classes Order reforms, including Class E and the practical implications for commercial operators.
When is a planning condition a condition precedent, and why it matters
A practical guide to conditions precedent and why they affect lawful commencement.
What is planning, and how does the planning system work?
An overview of how planning operates in England, from policy to decision-making and appeals.