Director of Planning and Property Michael has over 35 years’ experience of planning public affairs working on a wide range of projects across the UK including residential, retail, commercial and energy, as well as public open spaces and even a national memorial. He started his career working client-side for the …

  A specialist in political engagement, he has special responsibility at Chelgate for local and national government relations, and has practical experience of politics at every level. He has been a Councillor in a county borough, serving on planning, highways and health committees, and as deputy to the leader on …

“Chelgate gives a real insight into political thinking at all levels and all political persuasions, and invaluable support on explaining often difficult concepts to experts and laypeople alike.” Neil Osborn, Senior Professional Director, DLP Planning We work with strategic land developers and promoters, landowners and planning consultants to promote sites for …

From new nuclear and unconventional gas to renewables, waste and airports, our team has worked across the UK for over 30 years to help create vital new infrastructure. Our team has specific experience of NSIP consultations and the Planning Act 2008 and we have devised and implemented engagement and consultation …

From complex site assembly to city and town centre regeneration, we work with developers and local authorities to bring sites into effective use. We work proactively with the project team to engage with neighbours and stakeholders to support the planning application and then the build programme as the site comes …

“Chelgate has been working with me for over 20 years, at several companies, and have always provided candid political insights.” Martin Leyland, Vanderbilt Strategic (formerly Rapleys, Barratt Strategic and Wilcon Homes) Housing is a national and a local priority, but building homes anywhere is always a challenge. Chelgate Local supports …