The planning system plays a vital role in cutting carbon and preparing us for the impacts of climate change. The Committee on Climate Change is advocating a strong focus on effective planning to deliver the action we need. But the current English planning system is not delivering on its positive potential to tackle the climate crisis. This briefing sets out the problem and shows how an urgent ministerial statement can seize the opportunity of a resilient, net zero future.  TO READ FULL ARTICLE CLICK HERE