This guide starts with a clear introduction to the English planning system. It breaks down planning jargon and key phrases to help you better understand how the planning system works. It then sets out eight key steps for meaningfully and positively engaging with planning applications in your area. From understanding the context to drafting responses and gathering support, this section empowers you to support good development and to take a positive, active part in shaping what gets built in your area.
Lighting the way: International policies for making the rooftop solar revolution a reality
CPRE commissioned WPI Economics to analyse approaches being taken internationally to deliver rapid growth in rooftop solar capacity. The findings of this research show that other major economies are pursuing a range of innovative policies to accelerate the deployment of rooftop solar and a bold and ambitious government here could turbocharge our installation rates by adapting these policies to a UK context.
Encouraging the right kind of building in suitable places in Northamptonshire in 2024
Report on the state of rural affordable housing in England 2023
Report offering solutions and alternatives to damaging ground-mounted mega solar 2025
Delivering a common-sense solar revolution 2023. Report on use and recommendations of solar energy in England