Chief Planning Officer’s newsletter

Published On: 21st February 2026

A recent newsletter by Chief Planner, Joanna Averley, in MHCLG to local authorities’ planning officer is here.

It covers:-

  • Design and Placemaking PPG out now for consultation
  • Resetting the S106 system and roadmap for S106 delivery in England.
  • Apply now for the 2026 Housing Design Awards.
  • New guidance and tools by PAS to improve Infrastructure Delivery Plans.
  • Working with National Highways to deliver a vision-led approach to Local Plans.

The consultation on the PPG runs until 10th March, the same date as the consultation on the draft new NPPF.

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