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Government: Experimental AI could help councils meet housing targets by digitising records to make planning data accessible

Posted on 13/05/2025 by IHBC

Government UK reports that a new AI tool aims to modernise council planning by replacing outdated paper systems with high-quality digital data, enabling faster, smarter decisions to support the government’s goal of building 1.5 million homes.

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CLC: Statement on Standard Appointment Terms – Voices concerns at amendments to approved contracts

Posted on 20/12/2024 by IHBC

image for illustration The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) has voiced its concerns about the ‘ongoing practice’ in the construction sector, of ‘industry-approved forms of contract being amended by clients and their solicitors to introduce terms that are onerous and/or difficult … Continue reading →

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Before the Budget: District Councils’ Network warned that ‘Robust local government is critical to the Government’s ambitions’

Posted on 12/11/2024 by IHBC

image for illustration The District Councils’ Network (DCN) has warned that planning departments are facing the worst workforce shortages, with eight out of 10 experiencing recruitment and retention issues.

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