Takeaways from Reform’s Party Conference.

What to look out for at this year’s party conferences.

Tom Gosschalk breaks down what to expect from each of the major parties, from the Liberal Democrats’ community energy push and water reform pledges, to the Conservatives’ cost-conscious net zero narrative.

How DCO timescales have changed since Labour came to power.

While Labour’s early approvals and the promise of the Planning and Infrastructure Bill hint at progress, the reality is more complex as half of recent decisions miss official deadlines and some projects remain mired in years-long limbo.

Throwing shade: The rise of anti-solar movements.

Solar power may be on the rise, but so too are the voices determined to block its path.

In this article, Olivia White explores the new wave of anti-solar activism sweeping the UK, where digitally savvy local groups are rewriting the protest playbook and challenging developers at every turn.  

How wastewater woes are stalling new homes.

As thousands of new homes stall across the country, Matt Crisp reveals how wastewater infrastructure is quietly dictating the pace of development, with councils, water companies and developers stuck in a gridlocked system.

Why devolution demands better transport consultation.

From building public trust to balancing political agendas, we unpack the challenges around turning technical transport policy into compelling, people-first narratives.

UKADS takes off.

The Government is set on a new national service, UKADS, to take the reins on airspace planning.

Chris Weatherburn unpacks what this means for airports, airlines and communities, as the UK moves from fragmented proposals to a unified, future-ready system.