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The Planning Summit 2026

How to get ahead of the government’s drive for a more development-friendly planning system

The UK faces an urgent national challenge: delivering sustainable housing, regenerating our towns, and building infrastructure while balancing economic, social, and environmental pressures.

The Planning Summit is the UK's most important annual gathering for leaders in planning and placemaking, bringing together senior public and private sector figures to debate national policy, share best practice, and find solutions to the built environment's biggest challenges.

Join Planning, DCP, and Compass for exclusive insights into critical topics like fostering a positive planning culture, navigating speculative applications, the future of local and strategic plans, and delivering affordable housing. This is the premier event for shaping tomorrow's communities - be there!

The full agenda is coming soon. It has been carefully curated, drawing on the expertise and cutting-edge perspectives of our industry-leading Advisory Board. Meet the experts driving the debate below.

This event is CPD certified.

Book before 30 January to save £310!

PUBLIC SECTOR

First phase ticket price: £340 + VAT

Second phase ticket price: £550 + VAT

Final phase ticket price: £650 + VAT

PRIVATE SECTOR

First phase ticket price: £440 + VAT

Second phase ticket price: £650 + VAT

Final phase ticket price: £750 + VAT

Unparalleled Learning Opportunities

This event offered learning sessions led by industry experts, covering a wide range of critical topics on the planning agenda for the next 12 months. Attendees gained invaluable insights, practical strategies, and the latest updates to stay ahead in their field.

Networking with Industry Leaders

Attendees connected with fellow planning officers, consultants, developers, and planning lawyers to expand their networks and forge meaningful relationships.

With ample networking opportunities built into the agenda, they had the chance to exchange ideas and discuss the challenges the sector faces.

Full Coverage of Key Themes

From levelling up and Net Zero strategies to regulatory revisions and biodiversity net gain, this event covered all the essential themes shaping the future of UK planning.

By attending, participants gained a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the industry and how to navigate them effectively.

OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS

Thanks also to others who contributed their time and ideas to the development of the programme. The following individuals participated in the online meeting:

Catriona Riddell, Director, Catriona Riddell & Associates
Chris Webber, Group Land & Planning Manager, Barratt Redrow
Dinny Shaw, Head of Planning, Places for People
Jason Longhurst, UK Head of Sustainable Investment & Partnerships, Prologis
Nicola Gooch, Partner - Planning, Birketts LLP
Philip Barnes, Adviser (Land and Planning), Savills
Rebecca Coley, Head of Planning and Development, Trafford Council
Richard Lomas, Group Planning Director, Richborough
Steve Quartermain CBE

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT?

Local government authorities, town planners, developers, housing associations, architects, community groups, and more joined together for two days to discuss the most pivotal discussions in planning.
The event was filled with riveting real-life case studies and invaluable opportunities to learn from peers in the industry.
Attendees stepped away from the office and into an environment brimming with innovation, collaboration, and growth.
They elevated their careers and contributed to the future of housing and infrastructure planning.