FTB Annual Infrastructure Seminar
This afternoon seminar will provide an opportunity to be informed about and discuss the latest developments in infrastructure planning with some of the leading barristers in the field.
| Start Date | Venue | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 February 2015 | London |
Note: All prices are to be paid in GBP and are subject to VAT at the prevailing rate
The seminar will conclude by 5.45pm and will be followed by a drinks reception.
It will focus on key practical issues, providing a convenient way for busy planning solicitors, planning consultants and local authority officers to keep up to date and manage the implications of recent changes.
The seminar will be chaired by Michael Humphries QC and convened by Gregory Jones QC and Mark Westmoreland Smith.
Speakers
- Michael Humphries QC, Barrister, Francis Taylor Building
- Mark Westmoreland Smith, Barrister, Francis Taylor Building
- Jeremy Pike, Barrister, Francis Taylor Building
- Hereward Phillpot QC, Barrister, Francis Taylor Building
- Andrew Newcombe QC, Barrister, Francis Taylor Building
- Gregory Jones QC, Barrister, Francis Taylor Building
Programme
- Chairman's introduction and summary of developments - Michael Humphries QC
- Legal challenges under the Planning Act 2008 - Jeremy Pike
- Objecting to DCOs - Meyric Lewis
- Changes to DCOs - Hereward Phillpot
- Compulsory acquisition of land - funding, temporary use of land - Mark Westmoreland Smith
- Consideration of alternatives - legal duties, policy - Andrew Newcombe QC
- Business and commercial DCOs - pros and cons over other regimes - Gregory Jones QC