Sample module
| Hours to complete | 2.00 |
| No of pages | 10 |
| Published | September 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 |
Planning Policy
Purpose
Planning policy provides a statement of a direction, viewpoint, or course of action intended to influence and determine decisions and actions in relation to land-use planning. For the purpose of this module, planning policy is provided by the Government at national, regional and local levels.
Benefits
The adoption of planning policy in the form of policy statements and plans is a critical means of achieving objectives in relation to land use and spatial planning at all levels of Government in the UK.
Audience
Town planners and all those wishing to build and assess their knowledge of the topic.
Learning method
A detailed knowledge builder focusing on the interrelationship between national and local planning policy. 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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