News and insight

This briefing summarises the different compensation schemes that are available to compensate owner-occupiers affected by the construction of the Phase 1 HS2 route (London to Birmingham).

The Chancellor made a series of announcements last week as part of the launch of the 2014 National Infrastructure Plan and Autumn Statement. 

Applying to register a TVG has become a standard weapon in the armoury of those seeking to prevent the development of open land. However, can cut offs provoke applications?

Welcome to the Autumn 2014 issue of our Planning & CPO newsletter, in which we aim to keep you informed of current issues and news in planning law.

Developers will be interested in the progress of the Infrastructure Bill which is today (14 October 2014) being reviewed in Committee by the House of Lords.

The government is consulting on an alternative approach for implementing sustainable drainage systems (SUDS) and providing for their long-term maintenance.

Recent announcements stress the Government’s commitment to encouraging infrastructure projects with the Infrastructure Bill intending to facilitate industry growth and international competitiveness.

Welcome to the Spring 2014 issue of our Planning & CPO newsletter, in which we aim to keep you informed of current issues and news in planning law.

HS2 objectors have issued a series of legal proceedings hoping to block it. However, the Supreme Court recently dismissed the five grounds of appeal brought by objectors to the planning process.

Burges Salmon’s secure online service for local authorities includes a suite of Compulsory Purchase documents created for streamlined CPO processes and timelines.

With the recent Supreme Court hearing into High Speed 2 coming to a close and judgment yet to be handed down, the Government has introduced the first Hybrid Bill for phase one.

Welcome to the latest issue of our Planning & Compulsory Purchase Order CPO newsletter, in which we aim to keep you informed of current issues and news in planning law.