Roisin Willmott

A new approach to understanding housing need in Wales is required to increase and improve the quality of affordable homes, an independent review has concluded.

The Welsh planning system and transport policy should be ‘more strongly’ linked to ensure that there is a move towards active travel options, according to RTPI Cymru.

The Law Commission has launched a consultation on proposals that aim to get Wales building and to further protect the country’s heritage and the environment.

RTPI Cymru and Northern Ireland director Dr Roisin Wilmott FRTPI has been awarded an Order of British Empire (OBE) in the Queen’s Birthday Honours, for services to the planning profession in Wales.