Economic Development News

West capital plan unveiled

The Scottish Government has published a planning framework paving the way for sustainable economic growth in west Edinburgh.

Controversial Aquatics Centre

The controversial Aquatics Centre for the London 2012 Olympic Games was granted planning approval this week.

Croydon site still on hold

The London Borough of Croydon has decided not to fight an appeal decision that it failed to determine an application for part of the Croydon Gateway project.

Carbon capture conflict

Ministers appear convinced that carbon emissions from coal-fired power stations can be stored safely but environmentalists fear an awkward precedent, reports Susanna Gillman.

Legal Report - Validation revisions put speedier system at risk

The increase in application fees and standard application form introduced last month have taken the spotlight off an amendment to the General Development Procedure Order (GDPO) 1995 that is likely to be of greater concern for developers.

Green housing convert

Developer Michael Shwartz has seen the light on green construction and now he wants the planning profession to match his sustainability aspirations, reports Domenic Dontantonio.

Regions under review

The government's review of economic development and regeneration structures offers vital opportunities but the delivery mechanisms need work, argues Richard Summers.