Sample module
| Hours to complete | 2.00 |
| No of pages | 10 |
| Published | August 2006 |
| Updated | December 2008 |
| See more in | Legal |
| Author | John McCarthy, School of the Built Environment, Heriot-Watt University |
| Relevance |     |
| Price | GBP 10.00 |
European Union
Purpose
This module focuses on the relevance of the European Union to planners. The decisions of the EU have implications for all activities of government in the UK, including planning, as well as other associated policy sectors/activities – notably environmental policy and the application of the EU’s Structural Funds.
Benefits
The direct impact of the EU on planning in the UK is mainly focused on substantive areas such environmental policy and the use of the EU’s Structural Funds. But the effect of the EU can be at all levels of planning, and in all aspects of activity.
Audience
Urban and regional planners and all those wishing to build and assess their knowledge of the topic.
Learning method
Key terms, context, relevance to planning and an extensive list of associated web references are all a part of this helpful knowledge builder which offers an overview of the EU’s relevance to planning. Additionally a comprehensive range of further reading is provided for those who wish to become expert in the subject. Includes voluntary self assessment for recording continuous professional development (CPD).
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