The 2009 Scottish Awards for Quality in Planning have been launched with nominations invited under the categories of:

Development Plans

Development Management

Development on the Ground

Community Involvement

The awards are run by the Scottish Government with the aim of raising the profile of good practice in planning.  They are open to anyone, including local authorities, consultants, developers, voluntary organisations and community groups.

Application forms and further details can be obtained from the Scottish Government via:

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·     0131 244 7543

·     http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/Built-Environment/planning/National-Planning-Policy/awards

The closing date is 14^th August 2009.  Applications should be returned to:

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·     SAQP, Directorate for the Built Environment, Area 2H, Victoria Quay, Edinburgh. EH6 6QQ