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Developer warns on Battersea plans

The developer behind the redevelopment of Battersea Power Station has warned that without the scheme's iconic glass chimney, regeneration plans the wider area could be jeopardised.

Government announces £18m affordable homes deal

The government has announced an £18m deal through its National Clearing House scheme to provide more affordable homes.

Gas dispute leads to storage call

Business leaders are demanding a national policy statement on gas storage in response to the row between Russia and Ukraine.

ITV airs 'Planning Wars' documentary

ITV last night aired a documentary examining how the planning system is coping with housebuilding, road building and other infrastructure development.

Student design competition launched

A new competition has been launched to encourage university students to design the 'connected community of the future.'

Planning emissions cuts

Planners will play a key role in focusing political and technical attention on the scope for using low-energy technologies to significantly cut greenhouse gases, says Domenic Donatantonio.

Eastern economy's star

East of England Development Agency chief Deborah Cadman has a leading role in shaping the region's plans but insists that democratic accountability will not lose out, Ben Lee reports.

RTPI Planning Awards 2008 - Inspired choices

In the second preview of RTPI national planning awards finalists, Anthony Fyson looks at best practice in planning processes and learning, the arts, heritage, equality and the countryside.

Planning Student Quiz 2009

Pit your wits against other teams in Planning Magazine's Student Quiz '09!