**Latest** Anna Rose in conversation... Local Plans, LGR, infrastructure, fees & more...

In the last of this year's conversations between Anna and the PAS consultants delivering each part of our programme, Beccy (Principal Consultant - Environment) and Anna discuss planning for the natural environment, ranging from biodiversity net gain, Environmental Delivery Plans to Local Nature Recovery and Spatial Development Strategies. They talk about what is coming up and how PAS is supporting local authorities in this space.

 ACRONYM BUSTER

There are lots of acronyms around planning and nature. We've aimed to list those brought up in this video in the YouTube description, so hopefully you can follow what we're talking about and look them up if you want more information.

Kat and Anna discuss the PAS work on capacity and capability - particularly our Management Academy that is preparing the next leaders in the local government planning sector.

In this episode Anna & Angela discuss all things related to local government reorganisation & planning.

 

In this episode, Anna Rose sits down with Shelly Rouse (aka HouseyRousey) to discuss the double-helix of the plan-making world, as new and current systems collide with backstops, deadlines and local government reorganisation. With helpful context and practical reflections, this chat is a useful overview for anyone involved in local plans. 

Join Anna Rose, Head of the Planning Advisory Service, in conversation with Steve Bambrick, Corporate Director for Planning, Growth & Sustainability at Buckinghamshire Council. They dive into the challenges and lessons from Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), including moving to a single unitary council, navigating COVID disruptions, and reshaping planning services. Steve shares insights on governance, culture change, committee structures, and the journey toward an award-winning planning service. If you’re a planner or council leader preparing for LGR, this discussion is packed with practical advice and real-world experience.

This episode sees Anna Rose in conversation with Graeme Kane, Assistant Director for Highways, Waste, and Growth at North Northamptonshire Council - they are discussing Local Government Reorganisation in Northamptonshire, focusing on the transition from a two-tier system to a single planning service for North Northamptonshire Council.

In this episode, Anna Rose sits down with Rachael Ferry-Jones to explore how councils are approaching infrastructure planning. From developer contributions and governance to infrastructure delivery plans (IDPs), strategic partnerships and local government reorganisation. With helpful context and practical reflections, this chat is a useful overview for anyone involved in planning, delivery or decision making around infrastructure. Plus, there’s a preview of new PAS tools and guidance coming soon to support your work.

The first of a new series of conversations between Anna Rose, Head of Planning Advisory Service (PAS) and the PAS consultants delivering each part of this year's programme. This recording is of the conversation between Anna and Martin Hutchings about his work on the PAS project supporting the Government's implementation of localised planning fees via the Planning & Infrastructure Bill.

For this episode we welcome Councillor Alan Baldock Canterbury City Council, and a new host - PAS very own Shelly Rouse. Shelly and Alan discuss the many facets of Leadership and the local councillor's role in local planning.

In this session Anna and Sara are talking about plan making. They’ve both been at the sharp end of producing a local plan and are working with places trying to navigate a way through a system that is essentially in flux awaiting government announcements on reform. Anna and Sara discuss the ‘ins and outs’ of plan making against the backdrop of the current challenges facing officers and elected members.

In this episode Anna is in conversation with Adele Morris, former LibDem councillor at London Borough of Southwark. Adele is a former LGA Board member and has worked extensively with PAS for many years. Anna and Adele discuss the councillor role in decision making including how to build good relationships between members and officers, communication &  engagement, positive involvement in pre-app, and how to build trust in the process for all concerned. 

This session's conversation is with James Scott, Group Director of Strategy and Planning at Urban & Civic.  James is qualified barrister and solicitor, as well as being one of the founder members of Urban & Civic. In this session Anna and James are discussing Public Space - its use and value when developing sites. They discuss the key components of 'doing open space well' including: • The maintenance of local green spaces • Intergenerational provision, especially for teenagers and older people • Opportunities for residents to influence decisions in the local area, plus a host of other ideas for getting quality open spaces delivered and working well.

Anna’s conversation in this episode is with Alice Lester MBE (Operational Director Regeneration, Growth & Employment at LB Brent), and Catriona Riddell (Catriona Riddell & Associates). Listen to Anna and her guests discuss the skills, attributes and qualities required to successfully lead, manage and deliver great planning services and great places.

Anna’s conversation in this episode is with Louise Wood - Louise is service Director for Planning and Housing and is the Chief Planner for Cornwall. Louise has recently taken on the service director role for housing. Anna and Louise discuss and share some interesting insights on what it's like trying to bring planning and housing strategy together, getting the whole council to think more spatially and why it's a good idea in the middle of a housing crisis.

Anna’s conversation in this episode is with Pooja Agrawal, CEO and co-founder of Public Practice. Anna and Pooja discuss design - what is design? who is it for? and how does it help to make connections between people and places, movement and urban form, nature and the built fabric? 

Anna’s conversation in this episode is with Hugh Ellis – Policy Director at the TCPA. Anna and Hugh discuss morale in the public sector - something that many report as being in serious decline, especially within planning departments. Anna and Hugh give their personal perspectives, how they feel about the state of the profession and where the light at the of tunnel is going to come from.