Bird flu in England

Avian influenza restriction areas may increase demands to restrict public access, however, this is not possible without an emergency order from Defra. Bird flu (avian influenza): latest situation in England, APHA Interactive Avian Influenza Disease Map.

Bridge not automatically publicly maintainable

R (oao Zipfell) v Norfolk County Council [2024] EWHC 3301 (Admin) held that a bridge not previously maintainable at public expense did not automatically become so by virtue of it carrying a highway. Read more …

PINS guidance for OMAs

PINS has issued a summary of key aspects of their guidance for Order Making Authorities. Read more…

Land Use Framework Consultation

The Land Use Framework consultation aims to support decision making by local government, landowners’ businesses and farmers about demand on land use. Closes 25 April.