Planning and infrastructure bill becomes law: Pagabo’s infrastructure reaction
David Llewellyn, Head of Construction and Infrastructure at Pagabo, said: “This has been a long-awaited moment for the whole industry – and one that if things go as intended, could in the future mark a real turning point for development in the UK.
“Seeing this bill now enter into law works towards breaking down those barriers and getting work underway quicker – particularly things like controlling the number of legal challenges that can delay major projects – is a potentially pivotal moment. And it comes a time when it’s never been more important to develop infrastructure with a truly place-based approach that responds to local needs, supports economic growth, and improves quality of life in communities.
“Often with infrastructure projects, so much time is spent navigating planning processes and challenges that lots of other processes become condensed as a result. If there’s less time spent navigating those barriers, that’s time and resource freed up for the things that truly set a scheme up for success – procurement strategies, market and stakeholder engagement, early contractor involvement, robust design processes and all-important social value strategies. All of which deliver on that vision.
“Ultimately, the proof will be in the pudding as to whether the new measures do work towards accelerating these approvals and get projects underway – both from an infrastructure perspective and meeting homes targets.”
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