What it is: The Killian Pretty Review of Planning – which was named after authors Joanna Killian and David Pretty – which recommended changes to speed up the planning system.

When it came out: 24 November 2008

Why it is important: The review published many recommendations on how to change the planning system. It is an important document that has informed subsequent debate about how this can be done best.

To read the full report click here: Killian Pretty Review

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