Policy
Dangerous precedent threatens to imbalance the planning system
SPS Director, Fiona Cairns, writes on the implications of the government’s proposal to reduce the number of statutory planning...
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Deep concern as proposals for devolution leave issues unclear
SPS Director, Fiona Cairns questions how devolution proposals could lead to accelerated development and fundamental changes to our county.
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New housing targets – buckle up, it’s going to get bumpy
The launch of the revised NPPF affirms the drive to grow the economy with a further target of 1.5...
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Volunteering can boost health and even lower cholesterol
Following this month’s National Volunteer Week, SPS Director covers the vital role that volunteers play in helping charities and...
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SPS sets out its Manifesto asks for the next Government
Securing Suffolk’s heritage; Recognising the landscapes of power; a Planning system fit for the future A more agile planning...
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SPS news – May 2023 campaign bulletin
This month’s round-up includes our response to the government’s review of planning policy on major energy projects and our...
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Light pollution – majority of us can’t enjoy wonder of a dark sky, CPRE’s Star Count shows
The results of Star Count 2023, released today by CPRE, the countryside charity, find only five percent of people...
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New measures to give people more power over planning
In the East Anglian Daily Times, 14 Dec, SPS Director, Fiona Cairns, examines the government’s latest proposals to change...
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Government’s flawed attitude to growth
SPS Director, Fiona Cairns, writes on why Liz Truss is wrong to marginalise local communities and groups as ‘anti-growth’.
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SPS news – May campaign bulletin
Including details on SPS’s response to National Grid’s East Anglia GREEN proposals. Comment on a recent report on the...
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Our identity and pride in the areas in which we live is being eroded
Our monthly comment piece in the East Anglian Daily Times discusses the government’s ‘Pride in Place’ ambition for all...
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Designate green spaces in every community
SPS Director, Fiona Cairns, urges Neighbourhood Planning Groups to seize the opportunity to protect our green spaces in February’s...
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