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Council merger goes to High Court

LAST ditch attempts to block Christchurch from joining Bournemouth and Poole councils will be go to the High Court today....

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Posted 7 years ago3 minute read

Further reflections on the Kohler v MOPAC case

Last Friday’s judgment in the case of Kohler v MOPAC has rightly prompted considerable discussion. Our Briefing Note has certainly...

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The case for Public Consultation Hearings

Public consultation has one over-riding weakness. It leaves consultees often unsure whether decision-makers take even the slightest notice of what...

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Posted 7 years ago3 minute read

“Residents views were not considered” – Council decision facing scrutiny

The decision to approve a road widening scheme to help tackle the Marton Crawl is to face fresh questions amid...

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Holiday reading for Institute members

It is not a heavy read. But if you’re involved in public engagement or consultation , you will identify with...

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Posted 7 years ago4 minute read

Could new fracking consultation proposals bypass local concerns?

Changes to planning rules would give Business Secretary final decision on major fracking projects in England, in a move campaigners...

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