Local Infrastructure Levy
22nd Nov 2018
"The Planning (Scotland) Bill is poised to bring secondary legislation for a local infrastructure levy, a valuable funding tool according to WYG Group Planning Director Stefano Smith FRTPI. But which organisations will be liable for paying the levy, and how can policy-makers ensure it doesn't deter infrastructure delivery?
In his latest piece published on Construction News, Stefano argues that innovative attempts by planning authorities to make fair and effective use of planning obligations should be shared and encouraged. An infrastructure levy could collect up to £75m annually - not a huge contribution on its own, but potentially significant within a cocktail of funding that includes planning obligations. Such a move could help lessen the growing challenges of securing investment and recouping infrastructure costs."
Source: WYG News and Press Releases
Stefano will be participating in the forthcoming confernece 'Understanding Scotland's New Planning Act: What do you need to know about the new planning system?'
UPCOMING CONFERENCES
Scottish Government, Scottish Parliament and MSPs: How they work and how to influence them
Thu 21st Feb 2019
11th Annual Scottish Rail Conference: What's next for rail in Scotland?
Wed 27th Feb 2019
Delivering Effective Justice in Scotland: Getting smarter on crime and the causes of crime
Thu 21st Mar 2019
Wed 27th Mar 2019
Reform of Adults with Incapacity Law in Scotland: Understanding and shaping what is coming next
Thu 25th Apr 2019
The New Consumer Scotland Agency: Investigation is coming
Tue 30th Apr 2019
I am new to my role and was seeking the opportunity to broaden my awareness and knowledge and gain inspiration to do a 'better job' and be innovative in developing and delivering services. I was very happy with this event and the very varied presenters and speeches.