Sample module
| Hours to complete | 2.00 |
| No of pages | 10 |
| Published | January 2005 |
| Updated | February 2008 & January 2009 |
| See more in | Legal |
| Author | John McCarthy, School of the Built Environment, Heriot-Watt University |
| Relevance |     |
| Price | GBP 10.00 |
National Government and Planning
Purpose
This module focuses on the role of Government in planning and how it is changing in the context of devolution.
Benefits
Planning aims to guide, incentivise and control development. Guidance enables the effective use of land, and government guidance enables local planning authorities to interpret the public interest appropriately. Incentives allow local planning authorities to stimulate development by allocating land appropriately in policy and guidance. Control ensures that development can be regulated in the public interest.
Audience
Urban and regional planners and all those wishing to build and assess their knowledge of the topic.
Learning method
A knowledge builder offering context and background, a detailed explanation of the topic and hyperlinks to appropriate websites. 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).
