12 June 2025
David Smith featured in property press on Planning and Infrastructure Bill
Partner David Smith has been widely featured in the property trade press, including Property Industry Eye and Today’s Conveyancer, commenting on the Planning and Infrastructure Bill, which has just been approved by the House of Commons.
While the bill has its detractors, those who back it say it will help to address the UK’s housing crisis and fix issues within the planning process.
While no date has been set for the first reading in the House of Lords, David comments that the bill “marks a major step in the government’s push to modernise the planning system… it’s clear Ministers are aiming to fast-track this before the summer recess.”
David concludes: “This Bill is central to unlocking the much-needed delivery of large-scale infrastructure and housing projects. For developers and infrastructure providers, the message is clear: change is coming – and soon.”
Read David’s comments:
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