Core CPD Framework
- Planning Law ad Process
- Championing Planning
- Diversity, Inclusion & Professional Ethics
- 7 CPD Hours
Training goal
Planning inquiries address the most complex development schemes and represent only a small fraction of the planning decisions made annually. Taking part in a planning inquiry is a great professional opportunity, an experience which should not be missed. However, public inquiries can be a daunting and unfamiliar prospect due to the complexity of their subject matter, their rarity, and the overtly legal nature of the procedure. In this masterclass we will provide you with the tools and techniques to prepare properly for participation in a public inquiry. This masterclass is suitable for anyone who is working in town planning, or a related discipline, who is preparing for an inquiry or working towards gaining inquiry experience.
Training outcomes
- After completing this masterclass, you will understand the role and duties of the expert witnesses
- Gain valuable knowledge to feel confident to prepare for and appear at a public inquiry
- Learn how to present your evidence to the best of your ability at the inquiry
- How to deal confidently with cross-examination
CPD Masterclass structure
This masterclass is delivered in two parts. You will start with the Self-guided Learning which consists of Trainer’s video presentations and exercises on the RTPI Learn platform. This flexible learning prepares you for the Online Workshop with your Trainer to address your questions, and for the small group activities and discussion with your peers. The Self-guided Learning section will take approximately 4 hours to complete. The Joining Instructions and your Enrolment Key will be sent on the day the Self-guided Learning part of the masterclass is scheduled to open.
- 31 July 2025 - Self-guided Learning opens for you from this date
- 10 September 2025 - Online Workshop (14:00 to 16:30)
Masterclass is delivered by a Trainer expert in the field.
Masterclass booking guidance
- RTPI Members have to log into their RTPI account to make the booking
- Booking for non-members can be done as a group booking by their administrators
- If your organisation is not registered on the RTPI system, it will need to be done by contacting the finance team: [email protected]
- Invoice bookings are available, if the organisation is the fee payer
- Please check our Booking FAQs for more information
- All our online masterclasses are recorded by default
- If you need further assistance with your booking, email [email protected] or contact us on 020 7929 8400
