Core CPD Framework:
- Planning Law and Process
- Development and Infrastructure Planning
- Diversity, Inclusion & Professional Ethics
- 6 CPD Hours
Event Description
This event will help you learn all about Inquiry procedures with specific emphasis on the role and approach to giving witness evidence. It will help those preparing for giving evidence at an Inquiry as well as those involved in the management of the Inquiry.
The interactive conference will feature a Mock Inquiry in order to demonstrate the best way of giving evidence as well as expert guidance employed by barristers in examining witnesses. It will also show you how to prepare for an Inquiry beforehand and how to give persuasive evidence.
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.
Whether or not you have an Inquiry coming up, this event is a must for planning professionals and due to demand has been added to the Yorkshire CPD programme.
*We are seeking volunteers to act as witnesses during the mock inquiry in the afternoon. This is a brilliant opportunity for you to gain further experience and all reading materials would be provided in advance. There will also be a briefing with the Barristers and Inspector prior to the mock inquiry taking place, so you would have an idea of what to expect. Contact [email protected] if you would like to volunteer as a witness.
*Please note we have a limited number of free tickets for those at Local Authorities*
Programme
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9.00 am Registration & Refreshments
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9.30 am Welcome and Introduction by the Chair
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9.45 am Preparations for inquiries including drafting statements of case, statements of common ground and proofs of evidence - Richard Wood (Richard Wood Associates) David Mathias (Shoosmiths)
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10.30 am The role of the Advocate Shem Sheikh, Barrister (Kings Chambers)
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11am Coffee break
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11.15am The Inspector’s Perspective -Phillip Ware and Louise Crosby (Planning Inspectorate)
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12.15 pm Introduction to Mock Inquiry - Alyn Nicholls (RTPI Yorkshire)
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12.30 pm Lunch and networking
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1.30 pm Mock Inquiry Part 1
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2.30 pm Tea Break
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2.45 pm Mock Inquiry Part 2
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3.45 pm Feedback and Q&A on the Mock Inquiry
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4.15 pm Close
Accessibility
The venue is a minute walk away from Leeds train station. The nearest car park is Leeds train station long stay car park or Citi Park on Whitehall Road.
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 the event organiser will contact all booked participants to discuss any access needs or requirements that they might have.
Contact [email protected] to discuss any questions or concerns you may have.
This event is kindly being organised with Shoosmiths.
