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02.03.2026
Planning application fees to increase from 1 April 2026The Government has confirmed that planning application fees in England will increase from 1 April 2026, following the introduction of annual CPI‑linked indexation. While the uplift represents a relatively modest change, it will apply across most application types and has implications for project budgeting, programming and submission strategies. The update below summarises the key changes and highlights what applicants should be aware of as they plan ahead for the year ahead.
16.12.2025
National Planning Policy Framework: proposed reforms and other changes to the planning systemThe Government has today published a consultation on a draft updated National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), signalling a significant package of proposed reforms to the planning system in England. The consultation is open until 10 March 2026, and represents one of the most wide-ranging updates to national planning policy in recent years.
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