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Laura joined DHA in 2004 as part of our original Graduate intake. She holds a Bachelor of Science (Hons) Degree in Geography and Sports Science from Loughborough University, and an MA in Urban and Regional Planning at the University of Westminster. She is also a member of the RTPI.
Over the years Laura has been involved in a vast range of projects, including various applications and appeals, with her area of expertise now within the education sector and public houses.
She leads the entire portfolio of the planning permission and highway license business for DHA, involving hundreds of Public House sites throughout the UK.
Some of Laura's recent projects include:
For the past 30 years, Laura has played hockey for Maidstone Hockey Club. However, she recently hung up her astros and has taken up running instead. She completed the London Marathon in April 2023 and the London Big Half in September 2023 and has plans to complete more races in the future.
18.11.2025
Government Announces Default “Yes” for Housing Near Train StationsThe Government has announced a significant shift in national planning policy, confirming that new homes proposed near well-connected railway and tram stations will, in future, receive a default “yes” – provided they meet specified criteria. The measure forms part of the next phase of reforms intended to accelerate housing delivery and support the Government’s ambition to build 1.5 million homes this Parliament.
02.07.2025
Government Issues Guidance on Upcoming Changes to Written Representation AppealsOn 25th June 2025, the Government published a new guidance note outlining key changes to the written representation appeals process — a move intended to speed up decision-making and bring greater clarity and consistency to the planning appeals system. The reforms are part of wider efforts to modernise the planning system and reduce delays in development delivery.
12.09.2023
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