Core CPD Framework:
- Law
- 5 CPD Hours
Event Description
Need to fill a gap in your experience? Looking to build on the skills you already have? Or maybe you want to see top professionals in action in a relaxed, professional setting? RTPI London is delighted to bring back its popular Mock Public Inquiry, in collaboration with Six Pump Court.
Taking place in the Council Chamber at the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, this event offers a unique opportunity to observe (or take part in) a realistic Planning Public Inquiry.
You will gain key insights and learn the tricks of the trade from well-experienced Planning Inspectors from PINs and barristers from Six Pump Court, making this an engaging and interactive session designed to enhance your skills and confidence in navigating planning inquiries.
Learning outcomes
• Gain a detailed understanding of the purpose, structure, and process of public inquiries.
• Learn about the role and responsibilities of the Planning Inspectorate in managing inquiries and making decisions.
• Develop key skills for serving as an expert witness, including effective communication and providing strong evidence under scrutiny.
• Understand legal requirements and advocacy techniques necessary for successful participation in inquiries.
• Participate in a mock public inquiry to gain hands-on experience in presenting evidence, cross-examination, and inquiry protocols.
• Build connections with peers, legal experts, and planning professionals while sharing experiences and insights.
Programme
Click here to view the programme for the day.
Accessibility
• The venue is a 6 minute walk from High Street Kensington and Edgware Road Stations
• The venue is also accessible by taxi
The RTPI is committed to delivering inclusive events; to make sure that everyone can have the best possible experience. To help work towards being able to do this an event organiser will contact all booked participants to discuss any access needs or requirements that they might have. Contact Rachel Smith to discuss any questions or concerns you may have.
Please note we have a limited number of free tickets for those at Local Authorities.
Catering
Breakfast, lunch and refreshments will be provided on the day.
If you have any dietary requirements, please mention this when completing your booking or contact Rachel Smith
Sponsor
Six Pump Court – Six Pump Court is a Barristers' Chambers renowned for its excellence in planning law, offering first-rate advice and representation across a wide range of planning matters. Supported by expertise in regulatory and environmental law, its barristers regularly appear in courts, tribunals, and inquiries at all levels. Acting for public, private, and third-sector clients, Six Pump Court is recognised for its depth of talent and practical approach, ensuring effective outcomes in complex planning cases.
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RTPI London is pleased to be partnering with The Planning Inspectorate
Please note that any cancellations made within 48 hours will not qualify for a refund.
Sponsor
Six Pump Court
Six Pump Court
Recognised nationally and internationally as one of the UK’s leading sets of Chambers, Six Pump Court offers unparalleled strength in depth and expertise, specialising in environmental law, planning, health and safety law and all other types of regulatory law, as well as all forms of criminal law, civil law, employment and family law.
We are ranked as a Band 1 set in the leading UK directories and have won several national awards, both as a Chambers and individually. Members of Chambers appear before all levels of courts and tribunals and we pride ourselves on an ethos of approachability and accessibility, together with strong administration that works hard to deliver solutions.
