NPPF and NDMPs - an update to national policy seminar - Landmark Chambers

As the planning system continues to undergo significant reform, understanding the practical implications of changes to national policy has never been more important. This seminar will examine recent and proposed policy changes, the relationship between the NPPF and NDMPs, and the likely impact on plan-making, development management, section 106 negotiations and planning appeals.

Bringing together leading planning barristers from Landmark Chambers alongside planning experts from DHA Planning, and guest speaker Jade Chalmers of Howard Kennedy, the session is designed for planning solicitors, local authority lawyers, developers, housebuilders and landowners, seeking to understand how changes in national policy are expected to shape decision-making and influence the delivery of development across England.

Please note this event is taking place in person only and is not being recorded. Places are limited and will be issued on a first-come, first-served basis.

Programme

• 5.30pm – Registration and light refreshments
• 6.00pm – Welcome and introduction – Matthew Fraser, Landmark Chambers
• 6.10pm – London Perspective – Louise Overton, DHA Planning
• 6.20pm – The presumption in favour of sustainable development – Matthew Reed KC, Landmark Chambers
• 6.30pm – Section 106 Changes: Practical Implications for Developers – Jade Chalmers, Howard Kennedy
• 6.40pm – Housebuilder Perspective on the New NPPF – Matthew Woodhead, DHA Planning
• 6.50pm – Heritage, Green Belt and Grey Belt Issues – Jenny Wigley KC, Landmark Chambers
• 7.00pm – Question and answers
• 7.20pm – Networking drinks
• 9.00pm – Close

Date and time
Wednesday 07 October 2026 | 6:00pm - 7:20pm

Address
The Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn, The Treasury Office, Lincoln's Inn, London WC2A 3TL