Councils urged not to use ‘panic’ phrase

30 September 2021
Councils urged not to use ‘panic’ phrase
The Cabinet Office has advised councils not to use the phrases ‘panic’ or ‘panic buying’ when discussing fuel supply problems.

Greenfield surcharge could encourage brownfield development

29 September 2021
Greenfield surcharge could encourage brownfield development
The Environmental Industries Commission has proposed a new ‘greenfield surcharge’ to encourage future brownfield development.
In a new report, the EIC says that the proposals for the greenfield surcharge, which would be added to the infrastructure levy proposed in recent planning changes, would see the funds earmarked by local authorities for infrastructure spending to help mitigate the higher development costs often associated with brownfield.

Free solar energy for over 600 Nottingham homes

28 September 2021
Free solar energy for over 600 Nottingham homes
Low-income homeowners and private renters in Nottingham can apply to the city council to have solar panels fitted to their properties free of charge.

Consultation launched on tech to transform travel

28 September 2021
Consultation launched on tech to transform travel
Measures to expand electric vehicle charging infrastructure across the UK are among a raft of proposals set out by Transport Secretary Grant Shapps.

Wales to introduce more 50mph speed limits

28 September 2021
Wales to introduce more 50mph speed limits
Motorists exceeding the 50mph speed limits on some of the most polluted roads in Wales could receive a letter or fine through their doors.