Leaner and fitter?: preparing for reorganisation in April has seen the Welsh becoming the pioneers of some radical developments

Article Abstract:

Wales is pioneering some new developments in planning in preparation for the introduction of the unitary authorities in April. It has issued two consultation documents, Planning Policy Guidance (Wales) and Planning Guidance (Wales): Unitary Development Plans in Wales. A comprehensive planning system will concentrate on strategic planning, guidance relating planning procedure in the form of circulars, technical advice notes and supplementary planning guidance for certain situations.

---

Natural selection?: Adoption of new interviewing techniques and the impact of local government reorganisation pose job applicants with fresh challenges

Article Abstract:

The reorganisation of local government will mean planning departments will have to undergo major restructuring. Planners will become involved in a competitive selection process including new interview and testing methods and better trained interviewers. This will result in a more searching and rigorous procedure and candidates need to prepare thoroughly to understand the employer's process.

Employment, Local government

---

Institute sets up Welsh Planning Policy Panel

Article Abstract:

The RTPI has created a Welsh Planning Policy Panel which aims to provide a pan-Wales public affairs function. Panel representatives will be reponsible for liaising with the government and other organisations on a variety of topics including PPGs, urban regeneration, natural heritage, and local government. The Institute is looking for experienced members to fill the Panel.

Independent regulatory commissions

Similar abstracts:

• Abstracts: Planning your negotiation. Taking the pain out of performance appraisals. Performance evaluations: key to people development
• Abstracts: R&D - production integration in the early phases of new product development projects. Understanding technological substitution: generic types, substitution dynamics, and influence strategies
• Abstracts: Natural attenuation: is the fit right? Take steps to ensure proper chemical management
• Abstracts: PET's new training initiatives. Getting back to basics. (requirements of continuing professional development)
• Abstracts: High time for some more PR: planning still has a task ahead of it win the hearts and minds of its customer base. part 2

This website is not affiliated with document authors or copyright owners. This page is provided for informational purposes only. Unintentional errors are possible.