Planning Inspectorate webinars

Planning Inspectorate webinars have been introduced to engage and share learning with stakeholders across the planning system. They are free to attend and open to all.

Our webinars aim to:

• foster knowledge exchange and professional development
• promote a more efficient approach to casework
• improve participation in processes
• share expertise and encourage best practice discussions

By participating in these webinars, we hope you’ll gain valuable insights into our processes, learn about recent developments in the planning system, and have the opportunity to engage with experts in the field.

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Webinar 1 - Presenting your evidence in appeals: Good practice from inspectors

Watch: Presenting your evidence in appeals - Good practice from inspectors

Presentation slides: Presenting your evidence in appeals (PDF, 2.37 MB, 18 pages)

Hosted by Richard Schofield (Chief Planning Inspector) and Rebecca Phillips (Professional Lead for Planning Appeals), the webinar covers how to effectively present your case, common pitfalls to avoid, and other essential tips for participating in planning appeals.

The session included:

• best practices for preparing Statements of Common Ground and Statements of Case
• how to craft compelling Proofs of Evidence
• tips on being an effective witness during inquiries
• common mistakes that can weaken your case and how to avoid them
• insider tips on what inspectors look for in well-presented evidence

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Webinar 3 - Approach to decision making in Green Belt appeals

Join an experienced Inspector for an insightful webinar on how Inspectors approach development proposals affecting Green Belt land. This session is aimed at local planning authorities and developers involved in planning applications or appeals affecting Green Belt areas. It will assume that those attending are familiar with national policy in the National Planning Policy Framework on Protecting Green Belt land.

Speakers are Richard Schofield (Chief Planning Inspector) and David Smith (Planning Inspector).