Planning
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Questions & Answers: Energy & Planning White Papers 2007 (pdf)
The planning process is an integral part of most of the campaigning work done by the Ramblers' Association. Whether this is campaigning for a new National Park or trying to get better quarrying procedures in place, the planning system is usually a good place to start. The underlying principle of the planning system is that if a proposal involves development, it will require planning permission.
Government policy intended to guide local planning authorities is outlined in a series of Planning Policy Statements (PPS, replacing the old Planning Policy Guidance documents).
We are working with others to demand Planning For Climate Change.
More information on the planning process can be found at
The Department for Communities and Local Government has responsibility for developing planning policy: