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The Government has introduced a statutory, nationally standardised Scheme of Delegation that every Local Planning Authority (LPA) in England must now follow. This is one of the most significant governance reforms in recent years – reshaping who makes planning decisions, how applications move through the system, and where democratic oversight sits. The changes are legally […]
20th July 2026
After a long, sun-filled summer, it’s great to be back and embracing the fresh energy that autumn always seems to bring. Autumn always brings a fresh energy—almost like a second new year—and this one is no exception. At Urbanissta, we’re diving into the season with renewed focus and enthusiasm—ready to support our clients in delivering […]
22nd September 2025
Following on from the three main parties, the green party released their 2024 election manifesto, we take a look at their proposals.. Housing Providing Fairer, Greener Homes for all Right Homes, Right Place, Right Price Charter The Greens propose that local authorities and the national government must collaborate to provide affordable housing in areas where […]
20th June 2024
Following on from the Lib Dems, and the Conservatives Manifestos, on Thursday 13th June from the COOP building in Manchester, Sir Keir Starmer set out his parties manifesto. We take a look at some of the key points of the manifesto.. He started with outlining Labour’s first steps for change which were announced last month, […]
14th June 2024
The Liberal Democrats were the first of the three main parties to outline their 2024 manifesto…here we take a look at some of the key policies of their manifesto.. A stronger economy and more jobs The cost of living has been high for many over the last few years, they propose to help people be […]
13th June 2024
Following the elections on Thursday 2 May 2024, the situation with Rochford council remains the same with no party majority. The Conservatives fell from 14 to 10 councillors with the Liberal Democrats gaining three seats. Rochford has been hung since 2022 when the Conservative lost power. It has been run by Independent, Liberal Democrat and Green […]
7th May 2024
Broxbourne Borough Council Following the elections on Thursday 2 May 2024, Conservative defended all their nine seats. Labours Sean Waters successfully defended his seat. Picture 1: BBC News For a look at the candidate list in full click here..
7th May 2024
St Albans City and District Council Following the elections on Thursday 2 May 2024, the Liberal Democrats have retained control of the St Albans City and District Council with an overall majority. Labour have won two seats, with Conservative losing one seat. St Albans is also the only parliamentary seat in the region that currently […]
7th May 2024
On the 19th April 2024 a press release was issued called “Labour’s housing plan: How we’ll protect our natural spaces and free up grey belt land for building”, which provides an interesting insight into the emerging Labour approach to housing and green belt release. The press release introduction states that “The current planning system isn’t […]
22nd April 2024
by Akeem Iginla Biodiversity Net Gain on Small Sites – The regulations required to implement the first phase of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) were laid in Parliament on 19 January. BNG became mandatory for new applications for major development from Monday 12 February 2024. As of 2 April, BNG has also now became mandatory for […]
22nd April 2024