Delegation Scheme Could Offer More Freedom

Modern steel structure to accompany Blog Addendum July 2026

Further to our earlier blog on this matter, recent news coming from the government suggests a change of direction for what councils should expect in respect of the rules for determining planning applications… The Government’s proposed national scheme of delegation has sparked considerable debate across the planning sector, but recent comments from Planning Minister Matthew…

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Delay for NSOD implementation

Steel frame work housing Apex Planning Blog June 2026

The government has confirmed a one-month delay to the introduction of England’s new National Scheme of Delegation (NSOD), moving the implementation date from 30 September to 31 October 2026. What will this mean? While the delay provides local planning authorities (LPAs) with additional preparation time, it also comes with a clear warning: councils that fail…

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