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Hounslow and Chesterfield tested new software to manage consultation responses, cutting processing time by 45% and improving consistency across planning teams.
Five South West Hertfordshire councils used digital tools to reach thousands of residents and gather detailed feedback for their joint strategic plan.
Stockport tested a visual, map-based consultation tool to make local plan evidence and site information easier for residents to understand.
Southampton tested interactive maps and early-stage 3D modelling to help residents understand and give feedback more easily on local plan proposals
Plymouth, South Hams and West Devon tested AI tools to tag and summarise consultation responses, improving insight for officers and reducing processing time.
Hounslow tested an interactive map based tool to present its 700-page design code in a clearer visual format, helping residents explore content more easily.
Cotswold District Council used a consultation hub to make its local plan easier to understand, increase participation and reduce officer processing time.
The Planning Inspectorate’s CEO, Paul Morrison writes to The Minister for Housing and Planning, Matthew Pennycook MP in response to his letter of 27 November 2025
The Planning Inspectorate is recruiting experienced planning professionals to become local plan inspectors. Applications open in early 2026.
This letter provides an update on the Duty to Co-operate within the current plan-making system.
New system for local plan development launches early 2026, introducing a 30-month process, three gateways, and digital-first requirements.
Paul Morrison, Chief Executive at the Planning Inspectorate, is moving to a new role within the Civil Service from January 2026.
Stakeholder feedback is continuing to help guide development and improvement for the Planning Inspectorate.
The Planning Inspectorate’s CEO, Paul Morrison writes to The Minister of State, Matthew Pennycook MP in response to his letter of 9 October 2025.
The Planning Inspectorate has published the September official statistics
Planning Inspectorate introduces checklist to streamline local plan examinations
Investment in new infrastructure at Weeton Barracks is improving living conditions for service personnel while supporting the Army to operate more sustainably.
The Planning Inspectorate are looking for our customers, consumers and users help by way of research sessions.
The 2025/26 Business Plan sets out the priorities we believe are critical to addressing the main challenges of the day
Progress in planning delivery highlighted in annual performance review
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