Planning Inspectorate

We're delighted to announce the permanent appointment of Rebecca Phillips as Chief Planning Inspector at the Planning Inspectorate. gov.uk/government/new…

Want to find out more before applying? Join our webinar on 6 March at 12:30 to hear directly from serving inspectors, ask questions anonymously, and get application tips. For full details and to apply: lnkd.in/ekgTJUwp #JobSearch #urbanplanning

Join us as a planning inspector (12 roles available) We’re recruiting Band 1 planning inspectors - and you don’t need to be a town planner to apply. Architects, lawyers, transport professionals, environmental specialists: your built environment experience are what we need.

The Fenwick Solar Farm application has been granted development consent by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. gov.uk/government/new… #energy #solar

📣 New regulations laid by government to achieve a faster, more efficient planning appeals process More appeals will go through a simplified process from 1 April. See our updated procedural guide: gov.uk/guidance/plann…

The Outer Dowsing Offshore Wind Farm (Generating Station) application has been granted development consent by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. gov.uk/government/new… #energy #offshore #wind

Who can take part? Anyone who has never appealed a planning decision, or hasn't done so in the last five years. Interested? Register your interest: lnkd.in/ebz8pZsv Questions? Contact research@planninginspectorate.gov.uk #planningappeals #urbanplanning

What's involved? • A 1-hour video call at a time that suits you • Looking at a prototype website and telling us what makes sense (and what doesn't) • No preparation required—we're testing the service, not you #planningappeals #urbanplanning

We're looking for people to test a new version of the Appeal a planning decision service and share their honest feedback. No planning knowledge needed—in fact, we specifically want people who haven't been through the appeals process before. #planningappeals

The A46 Coventry Junctions (Walsgrave) DCO application has been granted development consent by the Secretary of State for Transport. Read more: gov.uk/government/new… #transport #roads

Think you need to be a town planner to become a Planning Inspector? Think again. Salaries: £63,859 (Band 2) | £77,741 (Band 3) Hear from Rekha on what makes being an inspector so rewarding 👇 Find out more: lnkd.in/e-GNTbnY #Planning #BuiltEnvironment #CareerChange

New year, new challenges – and we've hit the ground running. Interim Chief Executive Graham Stallwood looks forward to working together across the planning sector in a busy and exciting 2026. planninginspectorate.blog.gov.uk/2026/01/27/new…

We are looking for our next Chief Executive Officer. From housing to critical infrastructure, lead the future of planning in England. Ready to make a meaningful difference? Apply by 8 February: lnkd.in/eUG7VSPw #ceojobs #planningjobs #urbanplanning

We're recruiting experienced planning professionals to become local plan inspectors. Visit our careers site to sign up for alerts about our drop in sessions in January and be notified when applications open: lnkd.in/e-GNTbnY #PlanningCareers #CivilServicejobs

We have a number of job vacancies coming up in early 2026, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact on communities, the environment and future development across England and Wales. Apply now via Civil Service Jobs: lnkd.in/eiQRtSXw #Jobs #planningjobs

Taking a placement with us will give you the unique real-life experience of working with a range of nationally significant infrastructure projects (NSIPs), such as wind and solar farms, pipelines, nuclear power, and transport schemes. #studentplacement #universityplacement

Are you a university student seeking a placement year for 2026? See the job pages below to find out which courses are eligible: NSIP Officer Student Placement lnkd.in/euN6qtsN Environmental Impact Assessment Advisor Student Placement lnkd.in/ertNwvnv

Due to essential maintenance work, the Appeals Casework Portal will be unavailable tomorrow, Saturday 20th December 2025, from 09:00hrs to 13:00hrs. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

The Five Estuaries Offshore Wind Farm application has been granted development consent by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. gov.uk/government/new… #energy #offshore #wind

The Sevington Inland Border Facility Crown development application has today been given approval. Read the full story: GOV.UK