The Digital Planning Journey of Greater Cambridge Shared Planning Service
[The event will be livestreamed via Teams, with the joining link provided in advance. Please register by 6 October to ensure you receive access in time]
Since its inception, the Greater Cambridge Shared Planning Service has embraced digital transformation as an opportunity to fundamentally reset historic processes and team structures—spanning everything from Planning Policy to developer obligations. These changes have focused on streamlining operations, enhancing community engagement, and fostering a more open and transparent way of working.
In this detailed one-hour case study session, you will hear first-hand about the work the planning team has undertaken, the key lessons learned along the way, and their strategy for the future.
Agenda Outline:
Welcome and Introduction: Dr Wei Yang OBE, CEO, Digital Task Force for Planning
Presentations:
- Heather Jones, Deputy Director Planning and Building Quality GCSP & 3CBC, Greater Cambridge Shared Planning Service
- Terry de Sousa, Planning Policy and Strategy Team Leader, Greater Cambridge Shared Planning Service
- Laura Prideaux-Brune, Digital Project Manager, Greater Cambridge Shared Planning Service
Concluding Remarks and Future Activities