flooding

Flooding and coastal erosion plan launched

14.05.2021

Laura Edgar

The Environment Agency has launched its annual action plan that outlines how, with its partners, it will prevent flooding and coastal erosion in England.

Ireland round-up: Irish councils call for key changes to LDA powers; An Bord Pleanála argues case for extra staff

14.05.2021

Roger Milne

An Bord Pleanala | flooding | Ireland | Policy & Politics | zoning

A round-up of planning news in Ireland: 8 May-14 May, 2021

Northern Ireland round-up: Belfast residential skyscraper looms; All-Ireland strategic rail review announced

09.04.2021

Roger Milne

flooding | Housing | Nichola Mallon | Northern Ireland | skyscraper

A round-up of planning news in Northern Ireland: 3 April-9 April, 2021

Wales round-up: Student accommodation scheme proposed for Swansea; Llantwit Major housing approved

09.04.2021

Roger Milne

Anglesey | Cardiff | Cymru | flooding | Housing

A round-up of planning news in Wales: 3 April-9 April, 2021

Northern Ireland round-up: Belfast LDP virtual hearings come to a close; Further extension of changes for major application consultation regime

12.03.2021

Roger Milne

flooding | green energy | Northern Ireland | Plan Making - Local & Neighbourhood

A round-up of planning news in Northern Ireland: 6 March-12 March, 2021

Scotland round-up: Raft of new planning regulations driven by Covid-19 concerns; Coordination is key to building communities

12.03.2021

Roger Milne

A round-up of planning news in Scotland: 6 March-12 March, 2021

Lack of local authority resources a barrier to flood management

01.03.2021

Laura Edgar

‘Scarce’ local authority resources coupled with ‘low levels’ of private sector investment are preventing the effective management of flooding, especially given the Covid-19 pandemic.