Training Programmes

Appearing at Hearings

Hearings are a vital element of a planning officer’s work, often in circumstances where the officer is on his/her own. This highly practical workshop provides a structured opportunity for sharing and developing experience of Hearings. It includes a thorough briefing on procedures, style and good practice, followed by a mock Hearing exercise using a real case study. The workshop is designed to improve both preparation and presentational skills and enhance the overall confidence of those involved. Although the workshop is primarily aimed at planners, others who provide more specialist services and may need to appear at a Hearing (such as enforcement, landscape, conservation, highways etc) will also find it useful.

For further details download a leaflet/booking form              Make a provisional booking on this workshop.

PARTICIPANT COMMENTS:

"A superb and comprehensive course, especially for first timers. Extremely useful, confidence building, appropriate and well structured"

Rachel Yeomans, Kennet District Council

"Excellent presentation and very experienced presenters. One of the most informative and useful training courses I have attended."

Gareth Clegg, Salford City Council

"Good theoretical basis and very helpful role play to put into practice and better understand the process and implications. Has given me much more confidence in being involved in a hearing"

Seth Williams, Aylesbury Vale District Council